Cleaning Window Rubber Seals

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Cleaning window rubber seals.

Rubber molding can be restored by cleaning it with a sponge and soap and then applying a conditioning product. Be careful with colours. Don t use heat guns to remove paint from window frames. The high velocity water stream may cause gaps between the igus and frames.

Caulk any gaps you find. Wipe down the seals with the bleach solution which kills any remaining mold. The bleach also removes most staining. Applying this protectant will also help scrub off any existing dirt that was not removed during the initial washing of the seals.

Dry completely with a clean towel. Examine the windows periodically for signs of separation between the igus and their frames. Gently rub a section of the rubber back and forth until it begins to shine. Warm soapy water should be enough to keep your window seals clean and it s vital that you not let them come into contact with any chemicals no matter how non abrasive they may be as this may cause the seals to peel.

Pour a small amount of the rubber protectant solution onto a dry soft cloth. Clean seal inc a manufacturer distributor of extruded rubber products supplies rubber gaskets seals and weather stripping in a variety of profile shapes in epdm neoprene nitrile and silicone compounds. Keeping the seam clean and well painted can also help.