Guide

Window care also means looking after fittings. They require proper care and maintenance.

• It is advised to lubricate all movable fittings’ parts with a drop of oil in order to open and close windows and doors without any problems.
• If any of the tilt-and-turn function is disrupted, do not restore the proper position of the element by force
• It is important not to damage rustproof coating while taking care of your fittings. We advise the application of gentle, ph-neutral soap dissolved in water. Do not use any agents containing acids.
• Remember to protect fittings during any renovation or building works to prevent them from damage or pollution.

At least once a year it is advised to:

• lubricate all movable elements and lock points with grease or oil without any acids or resins.
• check all fastening elements responsible for safety and screw them in properly if necessary.

Simple daily rules how to care for windows and fittings:

• do not overload the window leaf with any additional load
• do not press the leaf against the casing
• do not leave the window open during heavy winds
• do not put any objects between the window leaf and the casing.

Wooden windows advantages:  
Wood is a warm and pleasant to feel material
Very low heat transmission coefficient K=1.1 W/m2
Resistance to warping
Stability and durability of the frames   
With the use of staining natural wood grains are visible     
Colour of frames can be matched to the interior decor, through the use of  RAL colour palette
Higher prestige of wooden windows over the PVC windows

The surface of wooden elements shall be thoroughly cleaned twice a year with clean water. You should clean the dust, insects’ remains and other surface pollution. This is particularly important when dealing with the lower part of the frame.

GORI care set should be applied directly after the assembly process and then biannually (but not during freezing weather). Please follow the instructions found in the data sheet. Gaskets should be wiped with talc twice a year in order to avoid its sticking to varnished surfaces.

Hinges shall be lubricated with grease or oil at least once a year – make sure that all screws are placed in a right position during lubrication process.

Check any cracks in the sealer for joints – it may cause moisture penetration. If you observe any damages like this, remove the sealer completely and apply it again.

If you intend to use any adhesive tape, contact its producer whether it is suitable to apply it on the windows’ wooden surfaces. Some adhesive tapes may cause damages of the coating. Prolonged contact of any adhesive tape with window frame may result in difficulties in its removal and as a consequence, its surface damage.

Clean varnished surfaces should be thoroughly checked by paying special attention to damages.

Potential defects shall be treated as follows:

Damaged areas should be sanded with sand paper (granularity 180 to 220) and dusted carefully to remove any pollution. Only damaged spots should be sanded by paying special attention not to sand the base coat. Apply GORI 895 twice to finish the surface using good quality split brush designed for acrylic paints.

If you intend to prolong your window’s life, change its colour or it is necessary to execute some care treatment, a complete re-application of the coating may be helpful. GORI 895 and GORI 894 are products especially designed for external windows and doors which may be applied with brush. They provide a new protection against harmful weather conditions.