Care & Maintenance
Tips for the care & maintenance of window systems
Regular care, cleaning of the glass and profile surfaces and maintenance of the fittings are very important to maintain the value and guarantee the function of your Salamander windows. This ensures a long service life for the elements.
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Care of the profiles & seals
Regular cleaning of the outer and inner sides as well as the rebate area
Fenosol" cleaning program for optimum window care available from your specialist dealer. With these special cleaners, your windows will be really clean and the antistatic effect will reduce re-soiling
To clean the window profiles, use only commercially available mild household cleaners (dishwashing detergents) without abrasive or scouring agents and without solvent-based ingredients. Caution: Do not use nitro thinner or scouring powder!
Always rinse with clean water
Annual inspection of the seals for damage and replacement by a specialist if necessary
Check and clean the seals for soiling from dust, pollen, etc.
Check the drainage facilities (slots and holes) for patency and carefully clean the openings if necessary
Get even more tips for cleaning and caring for your PVC-U windows from the RAL Quality Association:
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Care & maintenance of the fittings
Adjustment work on fittings and the removal and installation of window sashes may only be carried out by specialists
Fittings require regular cleaning
Quick, residue-free and problem-free removal of possible soiling on the hardware with the Salamander cleaning and care set
Available from your specialist dealer: Salamander cleaning and care set for white and colored windows
Annual inspection of all moving parts of the hardware for wear and tear
Grease the locking parts and locking pins, as well as scissor stay and corner bearings with technical Vaseline
Oiling the locking parts and locking pins, as well as scissor stay and corner bearings with maintenance sprays
Regularly check and, if necessary, retighten the hardware fastening screws
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Handling window sashes
Do not place any obstacles in the area between the sash and frame and avoid placing any additional load on the sash. In addition, you should not press the sash against the wall - this can damage it.
Always ensure that you do not become trapped in the area between the sash and frame - especially with sliding doors.
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Ventilate correctly
How to avoid mould growth
Regular, sufficient air exchange ensures that both the indoor climate and the walls of the building, as well as the health of the occupants, remain in good condition in the long term. Find out why regular ventilation has so many benefits and how you can ventilate your home or office space properly (if you don't have a ventilation system) in our blog article.
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The right care for coated profiles
The best way to care for your film-laminated profiles is with water. If necessary, you can also use a standard household cleaning product or clean the profiles with glass cleaner diluted in a little water.
Ideally, you should first test the suitability of your preferred cleaning agent on a concealed area of your profiles. Make sure you use cleaners without spirit. Dirt cannot adhere to the smooth film of your coated profiles, so any dirt can be removed very easily and without the use of cleaning agents. Further care of your coated profiles is generally not necessary.
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You should avoid these cleaning products
Dissolving agents; e.g. nail polish remover, alcohol or ammonia
Cleaning agents with orange, lemon or peppermint aroma
Agents containing sulphur or similar, e.g. tile cleaner
Abrasive agents, steel and scouring sponges and microfiber cloths
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Clean windows properly
Tips for a streak-free view
Clean windows make your home look brighter and also help to maintain the value of your property. However, many people have the problem that their windows do not get properly clean and instead leave streaks on the window pane. With our window cleaning tips and the right tools, window cleaning is a success and the results are impressive. Find out how you can clean your windows professionally and streak-free!
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