Cleaning Windows & Doors

Answer: Clean the glass in your windows and doors with a homemade solution and gentle touch.

• For routine glass cleaning, we recommend using a mixture of 30% white vinegar and 70% water. Use a soft, lint-free cloth or paper towels to wipe clean. Rub solution in varying directions to reduce streaks.
• Ammonia-free glass cleaners such as Windex® also produce good results.
• Thoroughly dry water and/or cleaning solution from glass and all window surfaces.

• Avoid abrasive cleaning solutions or materials to clean the glass.
• DO NOT clean glass with a high-pressure washer. The extreme spray pressure could damage the glazing and destroy the seal of the insulating glass unit.

Answer: Follow these step-by-step instructions to help you clean your window screens.

• Step 1. Remove your window screens from the frame.
  Note: Make sure you keep track of the window frame the screen came from. This will help you easily put your screens back in place when you’re done.

• Step 2. Mix a small amount of mild dish soap with warm water.
• Step 3. Using a soft bristle brush gently scrub your window screens with the soapy water.
• Step 4. Rinse your screens using warm water.
• Step 5. Once your window screens are completely dry, replace them in their window frame.

Answer: Maintaining your woodgrain is easy with these simple instructions.

• Use warm, soapy water for routine cleaning and dry thoroughly.

• Mild household cleaners can also be used to clean interior laminates. Always test the cleaner on an inconspicuous area to ensure compatibility with the laminate surface.

• DO NOT USE abrasive scrubbing devices, organic solvents or abrasive cleansers as they will cause surface damage.

Answer: Cleaning the exterior coating is simple.

• Wash using a mild detergent (if necessary) and a soft cloth or long-handled soft bristle brush. Do not clean the exterior coating with a high-pressure washer. The extreme spray pressure could damage the surface or crack or destroy the caulking around the window or door.

• Mild window cleaners that are safe to clean the exterior coating on windows and doors include Windex® and Formula 409®.

• DO NOT USE  liquid grease remover, adhesive removers such as Goo Gone®, strong soaps and detergents containing organic solvents, nail polish remover, furniture polish or cleansers containing chlorine bleach. These items could affect the surface appearance of the vinyl.