Keep Your Windows In Order

Advantages of modern plastic double-glazed windows in front of wood are undeniable and weighty for those who have had the opportunity to compare them.
Excellent tightness, heat-retaining characteristics, safety and reliability, as well as significant energy efficiency are just a couple of arguments in the list of advantages of windows made of PVC profiles. Another significant advantage of using pvc double-glazed windows can serve the budget and ease of maintenance.

In order to exclude the occurrence of breakdowns and malfunctions during the operation of plastic windows, you need to monitor their condition. And is it worth it to allocate a little of your time to care for plastic window constructions, in order to avoid completely unnecessary problems? A couple of simple tips can help you with this.

What is the key problem with using windowed mechanisms?
Metal-plastic windows, due to their own high tightness, let in very little air from the outside. This circumstance leads to an increase in the level of wetness in the room, and, thus, to the growth of windows.
For example, in order to exclude the named trouble, it is enough to adhere to observance of a pair of strict rules:

Do not forget about frequent airing the apartment, it is better to do it daily;
In the cold, it should be borne in mind that curtains, curtains and similar devices interfere with the entry of heated air from the batteries and radiators onto the glass. It makes sense to observe free movement of air near pvc windows - do not close the windows with curtains tightly. The presence of air conditioning devices in the house will help to ease the situation with condensate and prevent its appearance.

About the technology of cleaning windows pvc

We will distribute the stages of clearing windows to separate components, they are fairly simple, but require some refinement. Windows are best washed with a damp soft cloth, using cleaning agents. These funds should not contain aggressive substances or alcohol. Refuse to clean glass surfaces with pointed or hard scrapers, to avoid scratching the insulating glass.

A similar rule should be applied to the process of cleaning vinyl frames - you do not need to use something that can damage it. It is better to wash the pvc profile with clean water, if something is not being cleaned up, you can pour a small amount of soap detergent into the water . In this case, do not use substances that include acid, aggressive chemicals, gasoline or alcohol-containing liquids.

In order to extend the original parameters of rubber seals (strength, elasticity and density), it is desirable to at least twice a year to clean and apply, for example, machine oil, which is used to lubricate sewing mechanisms.

Care for other parts of plastic windows

There are still some parts of the elements of the installed plastic window, they also require your attention. For example, fittings, drainage holes and locks.
When taking care of the fittings, try to avoid penetration into it of foreign objects, such as sand or chalk. Cleaning the accessories should be done every six months, since all moving parts need lubrication. You can use traditional oil for sewing machines.

In the lower part of the transom and window wings there are drainage paths - holes, which are intended for the output of condensing moisture outwards. For maintenance, a weekly cleaning of these drainage systems is sufficient.

A common malfunction may be an increased backlash of the window handle - in this case, unscrew the screws of the cover plate, position it horizontally and press down the clamping screws. After this, you need to reverse the assembly sequence.

If you spend at least 30-40 minutes, at least twice a year, to disassemble and lubricate one window, you can significantly increase the duration of its service, appointed by the manufacturer. Our recommendations will help you to use your window structures in trouble-free form for many decades.