Maintenance

The correct maintenance of your folding doors and sliding doors reduces wear, improves smoothness of operation and further protects against corrosion.

Track and Bearings

Using a spatula or similar apply a small amount of white petroleum to the inner lip of each side of the track. Make sure the wheels pass through the lubricant so that it is distributed evenly along the track. Put additional lubricant around the bearings. Remove surface contaminants by wiping all visible track surfaces with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Then wipe clean with dry cloth.

Hangers, pivots and brackets

A light spray application of a corrosion preventative such as WD40, followed by a light wipe with a dry cloth is recommended for all hangers, pivots and brackets. Exposed surfaces should first be wiped down with warm soapy water and a soft rag, and then rinsed clean before applying the preventative.

Hinges

Wipe down visible surfaces with warm soapy water and a soft rag, and then rinse clean. The application of a thin film of a light machine oil or WD40 will help maintain the original lustre. Take care not to get these compounds on the timberwork since they may cause staining.

Dropbolts

Spray a suitable lubricant such as WD40 on the sliding pin inside the bolt and to the lock cylinder. There are access holes or slots on all drop bolts so this can be done without removing the locks.

Solid Brass

Polished solid brass is supplied as a natural, un-lacquered finish, which can be left to develop a naturally aged patina or polished with any commercial brass cleaner.

Frequency

Every six months.