Homebrite Aftercare
Follow this practical schedule to keep your windows clean, secure, and efficient year-round. Built from Homebrite legacy advice, CWG maintenance guidance, and current specification standards.
Regular cleaning protects finishes and keeps moving parts reliable. Use warm water and pH-neutral detergent, and avoid acidic, alkaline, or abrasive products on all frame types.
Use warm water with a mild, pH-neutral cleaner and a soft cloth. Wipe frames, sashes and cills, then rinse residue with clean water and dry with a lint-free cloth.
Typical frequency: Every 6-8 weeks
Clean powder-coated aluminium with non-abrasive cloths and neutral detergent. Focus on external faces in coastal or roadside locations where contaminants build faster.
Typical frequency: Every 4-6 weeks
Wash painted timber joinery with mild detergent and warm water. Keep moisture exposure controlled and inspect coating lines during cleaning so small defects can be repaired early.
Typical frequency: Every 4-6 weeks
Hardware should be inspected at least twice a year. Well-maintained hinges, keeps and locks reduce wear, improve everyday operation, and help maintain secure closure.
Frame seals and drainage paths should be checked as part of every six-month maintenance routine, especially after periods of heavy rain or high winds.
Condensation type matters. Use this quick guide to separate normal glazing behaviour from signs that need service.
Usually caused by indoor humidity meeting a cooler pane. Improve airflow with trickle vents, extractor fans and short purge ventilation windows during cooking, drying and showering.
A normal sign of efficient glazing in certain weather conditions, especially clear mornings. It normally clears as external temperatures rise.
Condensation between panes can indicate a sealed unit failure. Arrange a survey so the affected glass unit can be assessed and replaced if required.
A simple seasonal routine keeps maintenance manageable and helps avoid reactive callouts.
For most homes, a light clean every 4-8 weeks and a hardware/seal check every six months keeps systems performing well. Homes in exposed or coastal settings may benefit from more frequent checks.
Use dedicated mild cleaner on frames and seals rather than strong solvent glass products. Solvent-heavy products can shorten gasket life and affect some finish surfaces over time.
Use a light silicone-based spray for hinges, keeps and moving lock points. Avoid thick oils and multipurpose grease because they can trap grit and accelerate wear.
Book support if you notice persistent draughts, difficult operation, visible seal damage, water ingress, or condensation between panes. Early attention usually prevents larger remedial work.
Need help with recurring condensation, draught points, or hardware wear? Book a Homebrite inspection and we will recommend the right maintenance or upgrade path.
Review locking and hardware standards including PAS 24 guidance.
Understand insulation performance and glazing efficiency benchmarks.
Compare glazing options if you are planning replacements or upgrades.
Explore the full Homebrite windows range and material options.
