Dirty sliding glass door tracks can clog the tracks and make it difficult to open and close the door. Cleaning them once a week can help reduce the amount of dirt and grime that has accumulated and make the door easier to maintain. Simple kitchen cleaners can be used to clean your tracks, or a vinegar and baking soda mixture can be used to remove stubborn dirt. After you’ve cleaned your tracks, lubricating them will ensure that the door opens and closes smoothly.
Vacuum the tracks after opening the door. To reach into the tracks’ corners, use a vacuum attachment. Lift any larger pieces of dirt or debris to make it easier to finish the rest of the cleaning.
1 cup (240 mL) water + 1 drop of nonabrasive cleaner Fill a bucket with a cup of warm water and a couple drops of cleaner, such as Murphy Soap, denatured alcohol, or dish soap. Combine the solution.
Using a wire brush and cleaning solution, scrub the tracks. If you don’t have a wire brush, a toothbrush will suffice. Scrub the inside of the tracks with the brush dipped in the solution. Work your way from one side of the tracks to the other, focusing on problem areas with stuck-on dirt.
Wipe the tracks down with a rag or paper towels. After you’ve scrubbed the tracks, dry them with a paper towel or rag. Remove any dirt from the tracks.
Close the door and vacuum and scrub the tracks of the other door. To finish cleaning, close the door and vacuum and scrub the tracks of the other door. Your tracks should be cleaner once you’re finished.
To keep your doors running smoothly, clean your tracks once a week. A weekly cleaning will help keep dirt and grime out of your tracks and your door running smoothly. Don’t let dirt accumulate in your tracks.
Sliding glass doors are a beautiful addition to any home. However, when debris becomes lodged in the tracks, the rollers for sliding doors cease to function properly, making it difficult to open and close the door. There are three methods for cleaning your sliding door tracks and rollers.
