How do you clean the inside of a lantern rooflight?
It is recommended to clean the inside of a lantern rooflight every couple of months to keep away dust and dirt and prevent buildup. To access hard to reach areas such as lantern rooflight interiors, use a sponge on a stick to assist you when cleaning. Ensure the sponge is non-abrasive and, as with all other rooflights, avoid using harsh cleaning chemicals. Use warm soapy water, good quality glass cleaner, a mild detergent and a soft cloth.
What cleaning products should I use to clean my rooflights?
You can use any good quality branded glass-cleaning product to clean your rooflight glass. De-ionised water can also be used to avoid any streaks appearing on the glass. Always use a soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge when cleaning your rooflight glass, and wipe away any excess moisture with a dry soft cloth. Avoid using any harsh chemicals on the glass, as this could damage the glass finish. A naturally soft-bristled brush can be used, but avoid scrapers and harsh bristles that will only damage the finish of the glass and the rooflight frame.
Self-cleaning glass
At The Rooflight Company, our neo® roof windows are all installed with bio-clean self-cleaning glass, which will require less cleaning than normal glass. Be sure to check with your supplier if you have installed self-cleaning glass, as cleaning and maintenance may vary.
How does self-cleaning glass work?
Self-cleaning glass works by using natural sunlight to clean the roof window and clear it of debris and dirt. Self-cleaning glass is covered with an organic compound that oxidizes and breaks down dirt using natural daylight. The remaining debris and dirt are then washed away by rainwater. Because of how it works, using the natural angle of the roof to drain away rainwater, self-cleaning glass is not suitable for flat rooflights and works best for pitched rooflights.
How do you clean and maintain self-cleaning glass for your rooflights?
You will need to clean your roof windows far less if you install BioClean self-cleaning glass, making it an eco-friendly choice, too. Self-cleaning glass requires less general upkeep and maintenance, but check with your supplier about how often you should clean your skylight windows if you have installed self-cleaning windows.