Maintaining Double Glazed Windows

Are you benefitting from double glazed windows? Want to know how to extend the life of your double glazed windows? You are at the right place.
Usually all double glazed windows should be have a regular cleaning and service cycle in order to ensure its durability. But it’s most unlikely that people do such service cycles on their own. In fact, market research shows that 99% of the double glazed windows and the moving parts attached to the window have never been cleaned or have not been oiled even once. This will negatively affect the durability of your double glazed window and soon you will have to replace your windows.
When cleaning and servicing a double glazed window, there are few things that we need to do in order to keep the double glazed window functioning properly.

– Cleaning and lubricating – make sure the moving parts of the window are cleaned and lubricated once a year. For some parts to be cleaned, you will have to open the window all the way till the end and use some cloth with recommended lubricants for cleaning.
– Check the exterior of the screws – search for corrosive on your window. Any screws that are corroded need to be replaced before it becomes un-removable due to corrosion.
– Clean the gaskets (the rubber strip between the glass and frame) – clean the rubber with soapy water. This will remove any substances that may cause the gasket to deteriorate sooner than expected.
– Cleaning the frames – use soapy water to clean your frames. This will help prevent anything from causing stains or permanent damage to your frames.

We understand that all of the above takes some good quality time and resources. That’s why London Glaziers are here to help you maintain your double glazed windows. London Glazing provides you maintenance support to ensure your double glazed windows function properly and run the full life time.