A Test To See If You Are Cleaning Your uPVC Windows And Doors Properly.
Listed below are three important questions that it would be wise to know the answer to before you commence cleaning your uPVC windows and doors. The questions are listed along with the correct answer to each.
1. When you are cleaning your uPVC windows and doors do you use:
a) A wire brush and plenty of elbow grease.
b) A variety of abrasive scouring pads and corrosive creams.
c) Warm, soapy water and a soft wet cloth.
The answer not surprisingly is C. While uPVC as a product is durable, it does scratch easily and it is best cleaned with gentle cleaning agents. If you do need to use a stain remover a specialist uPVC stain removing cream is advised.
2. When you feel a bit like a change, do you:
a) Pick a new colour for your uPVC windows and doors and paint them.
b) Remove all of your uPVC doors and windows and put in new ones.
c) Go on a holiday.
The answer again is C, if you really feel that you need a change! You cannot paint your uPVC window frames once you have had them installed. uPVC windows and doors come in quite a large range of colours from the upvc window suppliers manufacturers, so you will be able to select a colour that you like, but that is the colour that your windows will be until you replace them, so select wisely.
3. After I have had my uPVC windows and doors installed, do I:
a) Never have to look at them again.
b) Give them a little bit of regular maintenance.
c) Have to constantly maintain them.
The answer is B to this one. While uPVC windows and doors do not need a lot of maintenance, some infrequent lubrication and greasing of moving metal parts in the framework is a good idea. You do not need to constantly be checking and maintaining these windows and doors.
The above answers have been given in a slightly humorous fashion, but the underlying message is serious. Be gentle in your choice of cleaning products and remember you cannot paint uPVC windows. Just give them some infrequent attention. Also why not have a look at http://upvcwindowsguide.com for more tips and advice. If you follow these rules you should have no problems with your uPVC windows and doors.