how to remove tilt and slide vinyl window
#1
07-20-20, 04:24 PM
how to remove tilt and slide vinyl window
Most windows of my house are either double hung or tilt and slide vinyl windows. While there are many Youtube videos or how to remove double hung, there is none on how to remove tilt and slide vinyl window. (I have watched several hours Youtube videos already and removing the double hung is pretty easy). If possible I want to remove both sashes for thorough cleaning. There must be some trick or brute force is needed ? 
Please help!
The movable sash
The fixed sash
Window shoe
Please help!
The movable sash
The fixed sash
Window shoe
Last edited by Jack1314; 07-20-20 at 04:28 PM. Reason: add description on photo
#2
07-20-20, 04:28 PM
Group Moderator
IMO there is no good reason to remove it. You can clean around it. I've got 30 yrs in the window business and I would never advise a customer on how to remove those. Because if you break something you are totally hosed. Replacement parts are likely not available.
#3
07-20-20, 04:44 PM
Thanks for your prompt reply. I will for sure take the advice from any window contractor not to mention one with 30 years. I just try to be perfect because rinsing the whole thing is more thorough.
#4
07-20-20, 04:54 PM
Group Moderator
Just move the sash around to get any spots you missed. Once you clean it out as best as you can, and dry it out with compressed air or a rag, I would suggest silicone spray and a rag as a way to clean and lubricate the vinyl. You never use oil of any type on vinyl.
