10 Consejos para Mantener tus Ventanas Como Nuevas

Well-maintained windows can last between 40 and 50 years. However, lack of maintenance can reduce their lifespan by half, causing leaks, loss of insulation and costly breakdowns.

Frecuencia de Mantenimiento Recomendada

Los 10 Consejos Esenciales

1. Limpieza de Cristales

Use warm water with neutral soap and dry with a rubber squeegee. Avoid cleaning in direct sunlight to prevent stains.

2. Perfiles de PVC

Use warm water with neutral soap. Avoid acetone, concentrated bleach, and abrasive scouring pads that can damage the finish.

3. Perfiles de Aluminio

Clean with warm water and soap. For limescale deposits, use diluted vinegar (1:3). In coastal areas, clean every 2 months to prevent corrosion.

4. Lubricación de Herrajes

Apply silicone spray oil every 6 months on hinges, latches and moving mechanisms.

5. Cuidado de Juntas

Check the condition of the rubber seals annually. For dry seals, apply glycerin to hydrate them.

6. Limpieza de Desagües

Clean the drainage holes at the bottom of the frame with a thin wire to prevent obstructions that cause leaks.

7. Ajuste de Herrajes

Adjust the height and closing pressure using the hinge screws if you notice that the window does not close correctly.

8. Prevención de Condensación

Ventila la vivienda 10-15 minutos diarios. Usa extractores en cocina y baños para reducir la humedad ambiental.

9. Persianas y Estores

Lubricate the guides regularly, clean the blind boxes annually and check the motors every 5-7 years.

10. Inspección Profesional

Cada 3-5 años, solicita una revisión profesional para verificar herrajes, estanqueidad y aislamiento térmico.

Productos Recomendados

• Limpiacristales comercial sin amoníaco
• Aceite de silicona en spray (tipo WD-40)
• Jabón neutro
• Glicerina para juntas

Señales de que Necesitas Ayuda Profesional

• Filtraciones de agua
• Corrientes de aire con la ventana cerrada
• Empañamiento entre los cristales (en doble acristalamiento)
• Dificultad para abrir o cerrar
• Ruidos al manipular la ventana

At Altea Glassware We carry out window inspections and maintenance. Contact us to keep your windows in perfect condition.

Calendario de Mantenimiento Anual

Productos Recomendados para la Limpieza

Dato Ecológico: Ventanas Bien Mantenidas = Menos Consumo

Un estudio de la Plataforma de Edificación Passivhaus (PEP) demuestra que unas ventanas mal mantenidas pueden perder hasta un 25% de su capacidad aislante in just 5 years. This translates into an extra energy consumption of 150-300 kWh per year per home, equivalent to 50-100 kg more of CO₂. With basic maintenance of just 2 hours a year, you can keep your windows in optimal condition throughout their useful life (30-50 years).

Truco del Profesional: La Prueba del Papel

¿Quieres saber si tus ventanas cierran bien? Haz la prueba del papel: place a sheet of paper between the frame and the leaf, close the window and try to pull the paper. If it comes out easily, the seals are worn and need replacement. If it offers resistance, the closure is correct. Repeat at several points of the window.