For easy cleaning and elegance, opt for glass rails!
Glass rails are an excellent option for indoor and outdoor use alike because of how elegant and durable they are. However, when it comes to specialty railings, some people are hesitant to opt for glass. This hesitation is often because of the misconception that glass is high-maintenance or difficult to keep clean. Actually, glass rails only need to be cleaned and maintained about as regularly as windows in most cases, and just about any marks on glass rails can be easily cleaned off with a squeegee–without damaging the surface! Here are some tips for easily cleaning and maintaining glass rails.
Use Your Cleaner of Choice
Since glass doesn’t have sensitive paint or coating, glass rails are not reactive to cleansers like many other railing materials can be. You can use just about any standard cleaning chemical you choose on glass rails without worrying about tarnishing, rusting, or corroding the surface of your railings. Plus, glass is easy to clean with DIY cleaning solutions, such as dish soap solutions or vinegar-based cleaners. Just be careful when using a vinegar cleaner on your glass rails if they are mounted on a metal fence — the vinegar can be reactive with metal fencing and cause tarnishing.
Glass Stands Up to All Kinds of Marks
One thing’s for sure: children will get their hands on anything messy. This reason is why households with children tend to opt for glass railings for their deck or balcony. Whether it’s marker, crayon, or chalk, your favorite glass cleaner will easily clean up any mess left behind by writing or smudging.
Spray Tools Make it Simple
Try using a spray tool attachment for your hose when cleaning glass rails. This attachment tool looks like a spray bottle and allows you to spray your cleaner of choice directly onto your railing–then easily rinse with water! Cleaning railings and fences don’t get simpler than that.
Other Maintenance for Your Glass Rails
The glass part of your rails isn’t the only thing you should be checking on regularly. In addition to surface damage, periodically examine your glass railing’s brackets and supports to make sure that nothing is coming loose or corroding. Keeping your railing system well-maintained will result in better-looking rails over the years. Make sure your deck, balcony, and indoor glass rails are always looking great with some simple routine cleaning and maintenance!
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If you are ready to install your massive duty iron fence and add iron railings or you still have some more questions, we here at Hercules Custom Iron are here to help. We have many years of experience and will ensure that your chain link fence will serve you and your family for years. Visit us online or call us at 1-800-331-2590. For advice, updates, and to see what we are up to, be sure to follow us on social media on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Pinterest.