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    Cleaning & Maintenance Guide

    Keep your secondary glazing in perfect condition with our professional cleaning and maintenance guide.

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    Weekly

    Dust frame surfaces

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    Monthly

    Clean glass panels

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    Quarterly

    Clean tracks and lubricate

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    Annually

    Full inspection and seal check

    Video Chapters

    0:00

    Introduction

    Overview of maintenance requirements

    0:30

    Glass Cleaning

    Best products and techniques for streak-free glass

    2:00

    Frame Cleaning

    How to clean aluminium frames without damage

    3:15

    Track Maintenance

    Keeping sliding tracks clean and smooth

    4:30

    Seal Inspection

    Checking seals for wear and maintaining performance

    5:30

    Seasonal Checklist

    Quarterly maintenance schedule

    Quick Care Tips

    • Use a soft microfibre cloth for glass cleaning
    • Avoid abrasive cleaners on aluminium frames
    • Vacuum sliding tracks before wet cleaning
    • Apply silicone spray to tracks annually

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    Sources & References
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    Authoritative sources supporting the information in this article.

    1. British Standards Institution (BSI) (2004). Windows, doors and rooflights. Design for safety in use and during cleaning of windows, including door-height windows and roof windows. Code of practice. BS 8213-1:2004.Open source

      This is the primary British Standard providing guidelines for the cleaning and surface maintenance of glass used in buildings.

    2. Historic England (2017). Traditional Windows: Their Care, Repair and Upgrading. Historic England Conservation Guidance.Open source

      Provides essential guidance on maintaining secondary glazing within listed buildings without damaging historic fabric or timber surrounds.

    3. Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) (2021). The Good Practice Guide for the Installation of Replacement Windows and Fuel-Saving Glass in Dwellings; Maintenance and Care Section. GGF Consumer Guidance.Open source

      The leading UK trade body's official advice on the routine cleaning and preservation of high-performance glass surfaces and frames.

    4. Building Research Establishment (BRE) (2002). Thermal Insulation: Avoiding Risks (BR 262). BRE Information Paper.Open source

      Explains how proper maintenance of seals and glass cleanliness ensures the long-term thermal and acoustic performance of secondary units.

    5. British Standards Institution (BSI) (2014). Guidance on sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings. BS 8233:2014.Open source

      Outlines the inspection protocols required to ensure the acoustic seals of secondary glazing remain effective over time.