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Our aluminium and glass experts have put together a set of guidelines to ensure you get the most out of your Jason Windows products for years to come.
Please ensure you clean and maintain your Jason Windows products in accordance with the information in this guide to maintain your warranty on the powder-coat finish.
Over time, dirt and other foreign materials will come into contact with your frames. Maintenance will help to prevent gradual deterioration and corrosion.
Windows and doors within 8km of the coastline or rivers, or within close proximity to swimming pools or industrial environments, have a higher risk of corrosion.
Exposure to heavy grime deposit and atmospheric pollution such as sulphur compounds or salts will quickly corrode your frames and cause visible deterioration if maintenance isn’t carried out regularly.
Our security screens should not be removed for cleaning purposes. There are multiple ways to clean your screens without compromising security.
Sliding screen windows can usually be hosed down from the outside. However, if you require a more thorough clean, the sliding window can be removed in order to gain access to the inside of the security screen. See below for an instructional video on how to remove the window.
For awning windows, wind your window out fully and use the open gap to gain access to the inside of the security screen.
We recommend you clean your flyscreens at least once a year. Regular cleaning will ensure your screens stay in good working order for years to come. On the top of your flyscreen, there should be a fly tab which you can use to pull out the screen so you can give it a thorough clean.
Our service team have put together a range of videos to show you how to remove your flyscreens or flydoors for easy cleaning of:
All these videos are available under the DIY Maintenance Videos section
The Australian Window Association recommends that you clean windows using a non-abrasive pH neutral detergent solution.
Ammonia-based and alcohol-based glass cleaners are not recommended due to the streaky residue they can leave behind. Some branded glass cleaning solutions can cause damage to speciality glass such as laminated, tinted and coated glass such as Low-E glass.
The safest option for cleaning standard glass is to follow this simple solution:
Refer to our Cleaning & Maintenance guide for complete cleaning instructions and recommended solutions for:
Regular cleaning and maintenance can greatly minimise the risk of salt damage and corrosion caused by swimming pools and coastal environments
Thermal fracture occurs when glass is exposed to extreme temperature changes. The fracture within the glass can lead to further cracking. Here’s how to prevent this occurring:
Consistent exposure to water from sprinklers can increase the chances of corrosion of your frames. A subsoil watering system is a recommended alternative
Window and door leaks may be caused by an issue with window installation, the home’s design, extreme weather conditions or insufficient cleaning and maintenance.
While aluminium is certainly more resistant than most metals, if not maintained regularly the risk of corrosion can increase.
Simple ways to prevent window condensation in your home.
Search our DIY maintenance video library and follow step-by-step instructions on how to perform general window, door and security screen maintenance.
