The Usual Suspects Most stuck windows come down to one of a handful of causes, and figuring out which one you’re dealing with usually points straight to the fix. Dirt and debris in the track. Years of dust, sand, and grit can pack into a track until there’s simply no room left for the window…
Wood Sills Face a Different Kind of Wear Wood window sills bring a warmth and character that vinyl or aluminum can’t quite match, but that same material is more vulnerable to the specific conditions a coastal home deals with day to day. Moisture Is the Root of the Problem Wood absorbs moisture more readily than…
A Reasonable Starting Point A household vacuum with a crevice attachment is a reasonable first step for track maintenance, and for tracks that get attention regularly, it’s often enough to keep things from building up into a real problem. Where a Vacuum Works Well Loose dust and light debris sitting on top of the track…
A Common Complaint With a Few Likely Causes A sliding door that used to glide easily and now takes real effort is a common complaint, and it almost always comes down to one of two things: debris in the track, or a problem with the rollers themselves. The More Common Cause: Debris Sand, dirt, and…
A Layer That Builds Without Anyone Noticing Most people never look closely at their window tracks until something prompts them to, and what they usually find is a mix that’s built up slowly enough to go unnoticed for months or even years at a time. What Actually Collects Down There Dead insects, since tracks act…
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