17-48 Melfield Gardens

Maintenance, Cleaning and Lubrication

Piece of advice • Always read the instructions on the paint thoroughly before you begin painting. • All surfaces and rebates must be dry and free of dirt before you begin. • Weatherstrips and movable parts of hinges and handles should not be painted. Please note that the weatherstrip is fit ted loosely in a groove, making it easy to remove before you paint and to refit when the paint is dry. • DVV’s guarantee label must not be painted. • Use masking tape to facilitate painting along edges. • Always use a good brush with a proper width. • Always have a cloth and plastic bag at hand. Use the cloth to dry off incorrect strokes and drips from the brush. Use the plastic bag to wrap around your brush if your work is interrupted for a short period of time. • Remember that hinged sashes must not be closed before the paint is completely dry

Expected outcome of industrially surface treated timber elements Manufacturers associated with DVV use sur face treatment on wood elements which, as a minimum, provide the following results:

We advise you not to use pure plastic paints as the weatherstrips between frame and sash may contain synthetic rubbers, which have a tendency to stick to such surfaces.

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Maintenance, Cleaning and Lubrication