Maintaining Your UPVC Windows & Doors

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Maintaining your UPVC windows and doors is essential to ensure they remain in good condition for as long as possible. However, it can be confusing if you don’t know how to do this.

It’s important to remember that all UPVC products are different, so the best way to look after them will vary slightly depending on the material used. Here are some general tips on how to maintain your UPVC windows and doors:

Clean at least twice a year with a soft, damp cloth or sponge and warm water. Do not use any abrasive cleaners or detergents as they can scratch the surface of your door or window frame.

Apply silicone sealant every six months to all rubber seals around the window frame to prevent them from drying out and cracking.

Check for draughts around doors. Check for draughts around doors by placing a candle near them at night; if it flickers when you open or close the door, there’s likely to be a draught coming through it. Draughts can cause condensation on windows during winter, so it’s essential to check for these areas and fill them with insulation or caulk where necessary.

UPVC is installed in many homes and businesses across the Northeast and has become the material of choice for windows and doors. 

However, they must be maintained to avoid problems with UPVC doors and windows.

Nothing lasts forever. But we can increase the lifespan of UPVC products and keep them in perfect working order by maintaining them regularly.

It’s easy to forget about your home when busy with work, family and social life. However, regular maintenance can help you get more from your investment, keep your house in good condition and save you money on repairs further down the line. Here are some tips for how to maintain your UPVC windows and doors:

In this post, we’ll look at some of the maintenance tips and advice you can follow to keep locks from seizing, locking mechanisms from failing, and problems with window panes. 

Seeing through clean windows 

One of the good things about UPVC is that it requires very little maintenance. Unlike wood, you don’t have to worry about paint peeling, wood starting to rot, etc.; this is not to say that it still doesn’t have to be maintained. 

Keeping your windows from looking shabby and ensuring they offer you the highest level of security is vital. 

To help you get the best out of your UPVC windows and doors: 

Clean all UPVC frames

Cleaning UPVC frames is an essential part of maintaining your property. Not only does it improve the look of your home, but it can also help prevent condensation build-up and keep your windows and doors functioning correctly.

You should clean your window and door frames at least twice a year (more if possible). Removing any dirt trapped within the frames, cobwebs, debris, etc. – all things which can stop UPVC doors and windows from shutting and locking correctly.

The best way to clean UPVC frames is with a soft cloth and warm water. Do not use abrasive cleaners or detergents as these will scratch the plastic surface of your windows.

When washing frames, make sure to use a plain coloured cloth to avoid any dye running onto the UPVC as this can be a problem to remove. And stick to warm, soapy water, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners and abrasive cloths.

Keep the glass clean.

Cleaning your windows can be a chore, but it needs to be done. Staying on top of your windows is vital so you can see out of them, but it also helps to maintain the look, stop dirt from building up within the seals and ultimately avoid damaging the UPVC completely. Ideally, UPVC glass should be cleaned four to eight times per year (again, ideally more) and options for cleaning can consist of traditional glass cleaner (still use a plain cloth when applying to windows) or the very popular now, e-cloth.

If you’re using a traditional glass cleaner, ensure you don’t get any on the seals as this could cause damage over time. With e-cloths, there are no risks of this happening as they are designed specifically for glass surfaces (and many other things around the home). The best part about e-cloths is their ability to clean without leaving residue, as some traditional cleaners do.

Maintained handles, locking systems and hinges

You can keep your home in tip-top shape by regularly spray oiling the hinges, locks and handles on doors. This will ensure that everything works smoothly and keeps working for longer.

Spraying oil to maintain all of these elements every six months helps to keep everything moving with ease and keep everything working for longer. Making sure keys work in locks smoothly, handles move without the need to use force and windows open without squeaking noises or stiffness.

Spray oil into the keyhole before using a key for the first time after spraying oil into it. This will help prevent it from getting stuck in the lock when you try to turn it over.

Spray oil onto window sills before opening them up so they don’t creak when you open them up later in the day or week (depending on how often you use them).

Using a Professional

Maintaining your UPVC windows and doors can sound daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.

If you experience problems with your UPVC doors and windows regarding worn handles, misaligned frames or faulty cylinders, a professional locksmith specialising in UPVC locks can help! 

At Tyne Tees Locks we work with customers throughout the Northeast, helping to repair faulty and broken locks, replace locks and fit new locking mechanisms. We can also help with sash locks, multipoint locks, deadbolts, lockable window handles, and anti-snap cylinders – all British Standard-approved, kitemarked, and all-satisfying insurance company questions! 

Our highly trained locksmith Newcastle can provide first-class locksmith service to many areas across the North East.

Are you looking for an expert locksmith in Middlesbrough and surrounding areas? Contact Tyne Tees Locks today for a free, no-obligation quote.

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