Cleaning Upvc Windows

swifty_2

I recently had Upvc windows fitted. The trim around the windows have been attached by a resin type glue some off which has run onto the window frame. Can anyone please advise on a product to remove this glue without damaging the window.

Thank you

Rex_Mundi

Your best bet is to phone the company that fitted the windows. They would be the best to advise you how to clean this as they know what glue they used.

I normally fit trims with silicone. This doesn't sound the same.

shrek101

They normally clean upvc with some sort of solvent, so you best bet seeing as they are new as Rex said. You cna get upvc cleaner I got my last lot from Screwfix it aint bad and does the job.

Rex_Mundi

Whatever you do, don't waste your money on buying upvc cleaner. I've been in the glass trade for over 20 years. Jif (cif) is the best stuff for cleaning upvc. A light rub with this and a bit of water will bring the frames up as white as new.

A lot of companies sell a cream type cleaner for upvc. All this is, is a form of jif, at twice the price.

shrek101

Jif does clean it, I have used it myself but I prefer the spray cleaner for some places. Sills are good with jif

swifty_2

Thank you for your replies.

JeNjEn_3

spray some WD40 onto kitchen roll and wipe - its fantastic

Rex_Mundi

spray some WD40 onto kitchen roll and wipe

This is a great one for vinyl on cars. Works a treat. I love the smell too!

spankymonkey_2

our local pound shop does astonish oven and cookware cleaner. this is also ideal for upvc, i have used it on all my windows and patio furniture. it works a treat! have seen it in a catalogue i had through the door it was selling for nearly £4!!

laminator

swifty wrote:

I recently had Upvc windows fitted. The trim around the windows have been attached by a resin type glue some off which has run onto the window frame. Can anyone please advise on a product to remove this glue without damaging the window.

Thank you

try turps/white spirit

Odd_Fellow

I've found White Spirit is OK, but dosen't really deal with really grubby exteriors.