{"id":6896,"date":"2024-08-21T20:10:08","date_gmt":"2024-08-21T20:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ava-group.fr\/?p=6896"},"modified":"2024-08-21T20:36:13","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T20:36:13","slug":"how-to-extend-the-lifetime-of-pvc-joinery-tips-for-maintaining-pvc-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ava-group.fr\/en\/how-to-extend-the-lifetime-of-pvc-joinery-tips-for-maintaining-pvc-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"How to extend the lifetime of PVC joinery: Tips for maintaining PVC windows"},"content":{"rendered":"

PVC joinery<\/strong>\u00a0is at the top of our choices, both for residencies and for areas intended for professional or recreational activities. The reason behind this choice consists of the\u00a0benefits<\/a>\u00a0that this type of joinery provides us in the long term:\u00a0excellent\u00a0durability<\/strong>, increased comfort due to\u00a0noise-insulation<\/strong>\u00a0properties, and energy efficiency through a high level of\u00a0heat insulation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

However, in order to be able to enjoy all these advantages for a long time and at the same time make our investment more efficient, it is important to pay attention to the\u00a0use<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0handling<\/strong>\u00a0of PVC joinery, as well as to its\u00a0maintenance and cleaning<\/strong>. Thus, we can be sure our PVC\u00a0windows<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0doors<\/a>\u00a0will have a longer lifetime, as we do not like to just throw money out the window.<\/p>\n

Here are a few things to keep in mind if you have PVC heat-insulation joinery:<\/p>\n

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Proper use and handling of PVC windows \u2013 an asset for the residence<\/strong><\/h3>\n

To extend the lifetime of your PVC windows, it is important to pay more attention to their\u00a0handling<\/strong>. Being available in various designs, with different\u00a0opening systems<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0hardware parts<\/a>, proper use of PVC windows is a must if you want them to last.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

6 useful recommendations for proper use of PVC windows<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

In order to preserve the functionality and secure the safety of your window, we recommend that you keep in mind the following tips:<\/p>\n

1. Do not load<\/strong>\u00a0the sash (the moveable part of the window) with extra weight.<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Do not position<\/strong>\u00a0objects between the sash and the frame (the fixed part of the window).<\/em><\/p>\n

3. Do not slam<\/strong>\u00a0the sash into the wall (a strong impact risks\u00a0glass<\/a>\u00a0breakage or injury).<\/em><\/p>\n

4.<\/strong>\u00a0In the case of sliding windows and doors, be careful of the frame, which, being higher, can lead to\u00a0stumbling<\/strong>, a fall and injury.<\/em><\/p>\n

5.<\/strong>\u00a0In the case of\u00a0sliding doors<\/a>, there is a\u00a0risk of injury<\/strong>\u00a0as they are closed. Therefore, special care should be taken.<\/em><\/p>\n

6.<\/strong>\u00a0When\u00a0adjusting<\/a>\u00a0or replacing worn or damaged PVC joinery parts, you should use\u00a0qualified personnel only<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n

PVC windows maintenance and cleaning \u2013 for windows built to last<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In addition to proper handling, PVC windows require\u00a0regular maintenance<\/strong>\u00a0for optimal operation. For the maintenance process it is important to know how to choose the right cleaning\u00a0products<\/strong>\u00a0and how to\u00a0use<\/strong>\u00a0them\u00a0properly so as<\/strong>\u00a0not to affect the components and functionality of our windows.<\/p>\n

Because we like to stay close to our customers after the sales process is over, QFORT proposes a\u00a0complete<\/strong>\u00a0PVC joinery\u00a0maintenance and cleaning kit<\/strong>, specifically designed to take into account the specifications of our products and our customers\u2019 needs. The kit includes the following:<\/p>\n