How to Clean and Care for Double-Hung Windows

Cleaning of your retractable window screens and French door screens should not just be about keeping up the appearance and ticking cleaning off your to-do list. The amount of time and energy invested into keeping your windows in good condition affects the overall appearance and quality. Observing proper cleaning and maintenance routines on your windows and screens can help prevent normal wear and tear from turning into bigger problems.

However, some windows are easier to clean than others and as such, we will be discussing how to properly clean a double-hung window below.

How To Clean double-hung windows

Adding a couple of squirts from your glass cleaner bottle and a couple of swipes using a fiber cloth may appear to be all it needs to get your window clean, however, cleaning of windows is not only about wiping the grimes away but making sure the window is clean from the inside and outside. Additionally, there are other parts of the windows to be cleaned in order to prolong its shelf life. Wondering where next you need to clean after wiping the screens?

Glass Exterior

Cleaning the glass exterior is not one of the famous cleaning tips people observe especially when the indoor part is wiped and swiped. However, the outside glass affects the level of light penetration into the home and as such should be properly taken care of. You can clean the outside of your Casper Screens from the inside your home by safely tilting the double-hung windows with a compression jamb liner to unlock the lower sash.

Window track

Window cleaning should also include proper care for the window track which may be a store room for dirt and debris. Accumulation of dirt in the window track may cause friction thereby making it harder to open and close your window.

Window sill and frame

Your window sill can be a repository for as much dirt as possible and as such should be properly cleaned out. Cleaning out the window sill and frame could be as easy as using a brush attachment on the vacuum to suck dirt off the area.

In the absence of regular cleaning, stains and deposits may collect in the window frame and cause severe damage when not properly cared for. It is however important to keep abrasive or scraping tools away from the window sills and frames to prevent damage.

It is advised to use warm, soapy water in cleaning the window frame inside and out.

Weep holes

Weep holes provide water drainage especially to prevent water accumulation in the sill and track. Failure to clean the weep holes may however be detrimental especially in cases where it doesn’t appear to be draining. In cleaning the weep holes, employ the use of small, soft brush to clear the clogged opening on both the outside and inside parts.

Maintaining a double-hung window

Maintenance of a double hung window could be as easy as regular cleaning of the different parts. It is also advised that regular inspections should be conducted to prevent minor issues from becoming major problems.

When conducting checks on your windows, it is recommended that these faults be paid attention to:

•         Improper drainage and leaks
•         Cracked or chipped paint
•         Sealant cracks or breaks
•         Problems with sliding the sashes

In cases where the inspection returns with issues, it is important to contact a repair company for prompt attention.