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Glass surfaces
Dirty glass surfaces can be cleaned using water and a sponge or cloth, etc. Commercially available non-abrasive glass cleaners (such
as Ajax, Pril, etc.) can be added to the water. Stubborn stains such as paint or tar splashes should be removed with methylated
spirits or white spirit.
Caution!
Do not use alkaline caustic solutions, acids, and fluoride-containing detergents to clean glass surfaces.
Caution!
A suitable protective film should be used to protect the glass surface against mortar spattering, cement slurry, sparks or weld sputte-
ring from partitioning screens and stone-facade acidic-cleaner..
Seals
All seals must be cleaned and lubricated at least once a year to ensure good functioning. For this purpose we recommend the use of
a seal care product. The care product maintains the suppleness of the seal, thus preventing premature brittleness. Ensure that the
seals are not damaged and do not come into contact with solvent materials.
Aluminium surfaces
Anodizing and powder coating is a highly durable and decorative finishing for aluminium components. To maintain the decorative
appearance of such components for decades, the surfaces need to be regularly maintained by means of cleaning twice a year.
Cleaning anodized surfaces
Cleaning of the surfaces must not take place in direct sunlight, the surface temperature must not exceed 25°C. Use only neutral pH
cleaners such as normally diluted washing up liquid. Abrasive or scouring materials must not be used to clean heavily soiled, ano-
dized surfaces - cleaning pastes are available.
Cleaning powder-coated surfaces
In the same way as for anodized elements, cleaning must be carried out whilst cold (maximum of 25 °C surface temperature). In this
case also, use only pH-neutral material. Solvent-based cleaners attack the surface of the powder coating and, like scouring or abra-
sive cleaners, should not be used. To remove stubborn fat and greasy dirt we recommend aroma-free methylated spirits. This must
only be applied for a short time and then rinsed off with clean water. In addition, we recommend treatment with car wax to leave a
water-repellent film. Check on a non-exposed area whether the material used has an adverse effect on the shine.
Wood surfaces on wood/aluminium elements
For the cleaning of internal wood surfaces it is best to use mild detergent such as dilute detergent and soap suds. Since the internal
wood surfaces are not subject to wear and weathering by rain and sun light, painting is not required. Avoid abrasive, corrosive and
solvent-based cleaners. Use only soft cloths to avoid scratching the paint surface. Window cleaners contain small traces of alcohol
and ammonium chloride. These materials are very suitable for cleaning the glass as well as the wood-frame sections. After cleaning,
dry the wood profiles with a dry, soft cloth, because extended exposure to alcohol can soften the paint surface.
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