Provia DOor Cleaning & Maintenance

Key Points to Remember

1. The wood pieces are designed to allow some movement of the vinyl exterior surface to the interior wood, resulting in the vertical and horizontal joints of the wood pieces being not exactly flush. These slight gaps are not considered a defect in the product.
2. Small scratches and nicks in the vinyl can occur. These small imperfections can be buffed out with a fine buffing compound suitable for vinyl surfaces.
3. Condensation is often a result of high humidity in the home. If you have found condensation on your patio door, you must take steps to reduce the humidity level in your home by either adding a dehumidifier or using a kitchen exhaust fan to remove water vapors from cooking.

Aeris Patio Door Care and Maintenance

1. Keep track clean of dirt and debris so water can flow freely to outside.
2. Keep all weep holes free of obstructions so water can flow freely to outside.
3. Inspect exterior caulking regularly and replace when necessary.
4. Clean and check operation of hardware and weatherstripping regularly and repair if necessary.
5. Keep weatherstrip clean of dirt and grit for proper seal.
6. Determine the source of any moisture that you see around your door and stop its entry and accumulation.
7. Immediately dry out any areas around your door that you observe are wet (immediate action is necessary to mitigate any damage to your home). The use of a dehumidifier, fan or any warm air source will help dry out affected area.
8. Maintain relative humidity at moderate levels.

Stained or Painted Finishes

1. To clean, wash with mild soap and water, rinse with clear water and wipe dry. Apply a light coat of wax (Lemon Pledge®) and wipe off excess.
2. For scuff marks on painted finishes, use mild liquid cleanser, rinse with clear water and wipe dry
3. If finish is accidentally scratched or chipped, clean as recommended above and use standard wood finish repair crayon or touch-up paint supplied

Vinyl Finish

1. To clean, wash with mild soap and water. Heavy dirt and stains may require stronger cleaning compounds such as a vinyl siding cleaner. The surface can be wiped down with solvents such as turpentine, naphtha, nail polish remover (acetone) and alcohol.

CAUTION:
Some cleaners may mar or scratch vinyl. Abrasive cleaners will scratch the surface and are not recommended.​

Hardware

1. Much like sterling silver, even the finest brass will react naturally to the elements surrounding it. To maintain, polish with a nonabrasive automotive or furniture wax. By keeping your hardware cleaned and maintained you will be rewarded with a long-lasting finish.
2. Tighten screws on lockset and hinges when necessary.
3. Lightly oil hinges as needed. Wipe off excess.

CAUTION:
DO NOT USE paint thinners, lacquer thinner, gasoline, kerosene or any other harsh chemical to clean surfaces of door or hardware.