How to Tilt In Windows for Cleaning
Follow these easy steps on how to tilt in windows Correctly and safely
Double-hung windows are known for having two sashes that both operate, meaning you can open the window from the bottom or the top depending on your needs – but that’s not their only benefit.
Those two operable sashes also tilt in for easy maintenance. With a few quick steps, you can release the sashes on your tilt in windows and take care of any cleaning and window maintenance from right inside your home. Here’s how:
5 STeps: How to Clean Double Hung Windows
Follow the steps below or watch our quick video to learn how to clean your double-hung windows.
Step 1
Ensure the window lock is in the unlocked position.
Step 2
Raise open the bottom sash a few inches. (This is the step of using double hung tilt in windows that many people forget!)
Step 3
Find the tilt latches on either side of the top rail and squeeze them toward each other. This will release the sash from the window frame so you can gently lean the tilt–in window sash inward.
Step 4
Repeat steps 1-3 with the top sash. Remember to first lower the top sash down a few inches before releasing the tilt latches. NOTE: the bottom sash MUST be opened before the top sash.
Step 5
With both sashes open, remove the window screen, brush away any debris, then wipe down the exterior glass with glass cleaner or a 50/50 solution of water and white vinegar. When finished, replace the top sash first by tilting it up and pushing until it snaps into the frame. Then, fully raise it to close the sash. Repeat with the bottom sash.
NOTE: If the window sashes do not close properly, they may need to be squared-up in the frame. Tilt the sash back toward you and ensure the bottom corners of each sash are level in the frame, then try raising the sashes into place again.
Learn More About Your Tilt In Windows
Now that you know how to clean tilt in windows, use the links below to learn about the different parts and features of your windows.
READ MORE: How the Parts of a Window Work
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