Brand new conservatories look amazing, but due to the elements, that sparkling fresh look sadly won’t last forever! Mould, mildew, dust and prolonged exposure to rain and even sunlight can quickly make even the nicest of conservatories look a tad dull.
The good news is that with the right conservatory cleaning tools and tips you can keep your conservatory looking like-new quite easily – here’s how:
Cleaning a conservatory can be quite a time-consuming task. It’s best to break down the cleaning process into stages, taking plenty of breaks along the way.
The key tasks that you will need to tackle include:
- Removing all plant material and debris from the gutters and drainpipes
- Sweep the roof then hose it down with a pressure washer
- Use a mild moss, algae and mould removing solution to treat the roof afterwards and prevent re-growth
Clean the outside of the windows – you can use the same solution for this as you would use to clean any other window on your house - If you spot any cracks or chips in your windows, contact your conservatory company to get the damaged pane replaced – even if the damage is not particularly unsightly, cracked double glazing panes are far less secure than intact ones
- Clean the framework – UPVC conservatories can be wiped down with a solution of warm soapy water. Do not use abrasive chemicals to clean a UPVC conservatory
- Wooden frames can be brushed clean then sponged down with warm soapy water. After the wood dries, treat it with oil to bring out the grain and protect the wood against the elements going forward.
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You should clean the exterior of your conservatory once every six months to prevent leakage, roof damage and decay.
Although, living in the UK, means that the weather can be somewhat unpredictable to say the least – so we would recommend that you should clean your conservatory every four months or so.
Clogged gutters and collected debris on the roof can cause a lot of damage if allowed to build up unchecked.
Some conservatories come with ’self-cleaning’ glass, these will stay clean for far longer than untreated glass, but moss and algae are likely to build up over time, especially if the roof is north facing.
It’s a good idea to give self-cleaning glass a helping hand by spraying it with warm, soapy water occasionally. Do not scrub self-cleaning glass, and do not use harsh chemicals on it, because this may damage the photocatalytic coating.
Happy Cleaning!
