Proper maintenance and care of your vinyl windows saves you time and money in the long run.
Vinyl wi dows slide stick.
Eventually the window may not slide at all and this can be a huge issue if you re hoping.
Lubricate vinyl window tracks with silicone lubricant.
Sometimes though vinyl windows can feel tight or difficult to operate.
There are no moving mechanisms to lubricate on the vinyl window.
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Vinyl windows that stick or are difficult to open and close can be annoying and should not be ignored.
On vinyl track windows the solution to sticking windows is to remove the window sashes then clean the vinyl tracks and lubricate them with a thin layer of silicone lubricant applied by wiping it on with a clean cloth.
The sudden jerk of the pane as you hit whatever is preventing the pane from moving along the track can be frustrating especially if you can t see what s causing the jam.
How to lubricate vinyl windows.
Repeat this routine maintenance once each year.
Lubricating the track and the frame where the sash slides ensures that.