Caring, Protecting & Maintenance Guidelines

Although Winlife PVC Windows are designed to be robust and resilient against many external factors such as UV rays, it still important to show care for your windows from time to time in order to keep the profiles, the gaskets and the hardware clean.

General Maintenance

• It is advisable to carry out routine maintenance once a year, although this may need to be done more frequently in areas of high exposure.
• As a general rule, all parts exposed when the window or door is closed, should be washed down with warm soapy water (non-abrasive household detergent) using a soft cloth, and dried thoroughly.
• Avoid ammonia and abrasive cleaning agents, particularly on handles and other metal filaments.
• Parts exposed when the window or door is open should be simply wiped clean, removing grime from old lubricant, airborne debris and remains of insect life etc.
• Special attention should be paid to keep the drainage channels free and clear of blockages.
• Moving parts and fixings should be treated as follows: A very light application of petroleum jelly or equivalent will keep the locking mechanisms and keeps in good working order, while a suitable acid and resin free grease or lubricant should be used on sliding bars, gears and face plates. Maintenance of friction stays is critical and it is important to follow instructions for lubrication and adjustment.
• Check that all fixings are secure and properly adjusted.

Profiles, which are difficult to clean, can be treated using Decoclean that can be obtained from WILIFE PVC Windows or other special products available commercially, without any danger for the surface of the PVC-U.

Important Notes:

– To avoid scratching the surface, do not clean the windows with a dry cloth.
– Never paint over the PVC profiles. If you want to add colour to your PVC windows, you can select from our range of Decoroc coated profiles.