Taking proper care of your uPVC windows and doors is an easy enough task, it’s just about knowing how to go about it exactly. Whether you have uPVC windows or uPVC doors (or both), external upvc doors or front upvc doors – they do need taking care of once in a while, despite companies claiming that they’re maintenance-free. Maintenance-free just means they will never need coated or painted in order to stay in fine shape.
So, why do uPVC windows and doors need cleaning? Well, like most surfaces, they will pick up dirt and dust in the air, especially during hotter seasons. uPVC doors that are opened regularly will likely get dirty from being touched so constantly and letting dirt and dust in the air come through. This is particularly the case for internal doors if you’re at home a lot.
Luckily, there are simple solutions to cleaning and maintaining your uPVC frames and any glass panes. For cleaning the glass on your windows and any doors, just use a simple window spray cleaner with a cloth, or a soap that mixes with water. For the actual frames on your uPVC doors and windows, just use a liquid soap or mild detergent, mixed with warm water. The cleaning part really is that simple.
For maintaining the functionality of your uPVC windows and doors, you need to keep the mechanisms lubricated from time to time. It’s recommended that you use periodic lubrication with WD-40 spray, whether it be for windows, external doors or internal doors. The mechanisms to keep lubricated include the handles, lock assemblies, hinges, letter plate springs and striking plates.
The overall cleaning and maintenance does not have to be done too often. If something is dirty, clean it, and if a mechanism is not up to scratch, lubricant it!
