How to clean a Sliding Door

Dirty sliding glass door tracks can gum up your door and make it difficult to open and close. Cleaning them once a week can help reduce the amount of built-up dirt and grime and will make the door easier to maintain.

First things first, you will need to remove any large debris lodged in your Tracks. The easiest way to do this, without digging in with your hands, is to use your vacuum cleaner to suck the dirt away. The attachment that works best for this task is the ‘crevice’ vacuum head because it’s thinly slotted mouth is handy for getting deep into the small groves.

When you are finished, wipe the tracks with a terrycloth towel.

Grease the tracks with WD40. Once the tracks have been thoroughly cleaned, apply a small amount of lubrication on the door tracks alone Glide the door several times to spread the lubricant along the wheels and tracks.

You’ll be absolutely amazed by the amount of hidden crud you clean away. After you complete this final step, use a rag or paper towel to scoop up your pile of crud and wipe down your runner one last time.

Remember, keeping your home a safe and happy place is a top priority, and providing a clean environment is a vital part of achieving that.