Garage doors, as they’re exposed to the outdoors on a near constant basis, can accumulate dirt and grime from outside. However, unlike windows and walls, garage doors are often constructed from composite materials, and house important mechanical parts. In this blog entry, the garage door repair experts here at Mazal Garage Door & Gates will detail the best ways to clean your garage door.
Knowing When to Clean Garage Doors
Make sure to clean your garage twice annually, ideally once in Spring and once in Autumn, before the seasons of more extreme temperatures. However, if you live in a coastal area or an area with generally more extreme weather, it might need to be cleaned more often - especially if you see pollen, dirt, dust, or oil building up.
Garage Door Easy Cleaning:
- Make a cleaning solution with dish soap and water.
- Use a hose to wet the garage door surface.
- Scrub the garage door with a bristled brush or soft rag, using your homemade cleaning solution,
- Use the hose to wash off the area you just washed.
- Repeat this process in sections until the entire garage is cleaned.
Cleaning Garage Door Windows
Simply clean your garage door windows like any other household window. We recommend using a gentle cleaner, but traditional supplies like Windex work fine. Just make sure to take note not to damage any weather stripping or seals with rough motion or caustic solutions.
Garage Door Washing Mistakes
Never use a pressure washer to wash a garage door. Never mix cleaning solutions with bleach, as this can create a toxic gas. Make sure not to use abrasive sponges, scouring items, or steel wool that can damage your door’s finish.
Garage Door Cleaning Tips
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