Aluprof

Quick Facts

Brand at a Glance

Product Range

Why This System

Step 1 of 2: Manufacturer Recommendations

Official Care Guidance

Glass

• ✓Clean glass with clean water and a non-scratching cloth.
• ✕Use only cleaning agents with a pH between 5 and 8.
• ✓Water temperature must not exceed 25 degrees Celsius.
• ✓Coating surface temperature must not exceed 25 degrees Celsius during cleaning.
• ✕Do not clean coatings using a jet of steam.
• ✓Before using any cleaning agent, test it on an invisible surface first.

Aluminium Frames

• ✓Clean with a soft cloth and warm water with a gentle detergent.
• ✓Materials in contact with coatings must be pH-neutral and must not contain substances harmful to the applied paint or oxide layer.
• ✓For difficult stains like soot or grease, use products specifically designed for aluminium.
• ✓Wipe dry after washing to prevent water stains.
• ✓Protect scratches immediately with an appropriate touch-up varnish.
• ✕Remove protective film from profiles immediately after assembly - sunlight fuses the film permanently to the powder coating.

Hardware

• ✓Lubricate hinges and mechanisms at least once per year.
• ✓Use products specifically intended for aluminium hardware to prevent corrosion.
• ✓Check for loose components and tighten screws as needed.
• ✓For the MB-77HS lift-and-slide system, lubricate the slide rail and lifting mechanism annually.

Seals and Gaskets

• ✓Clean seals with a damp cloth at least once per year.
• ✓After cleaning, treat seals with a special rubber care product to improve flexibility.
• ✕Replace damaged or hardened seals promptly - compromised seals reduce thermal and acoustic insulation.

Drainage

• ✓Inspect drainage openings in the frame and clear any blockages.
• ✓Blocked drainage causes water to pool inside the frame, damaging hardware and seals over time.
• ✓Clear drainage channels after heavy storms.

Step 2 of 2: The Orloffs Protocol

The Orloffs Protocol

Pro Tools

My daily tool list. This is what I carry to every job.

Follow these steps in order. Each one builds on the last. This is the same sequence I use on every Aluprof installation.

1. 1

   Detail the frame before touching the glass

   Before touching the glass, wipe down the window frame edges with a microfibre cloth dampened in mild soapy water. This removes the dust, pollen, and grime sitting on the powder-coated frame.

   When you run the squeegee across the glass, the rubber edge makes contact with the frame. If there is dirt on that frame, the squeegee picks it up and drags it across the clean glass as a streak. Clean the frame first. Every time. For Aluprof frames, wipe dry after washing to prevent water stains.

2. 2

   Agitation

   Dip your T-bar applicator completely into the soapy water on both sides. Apply the solution across the whole glass area using overlapping strokes.

   If the dirt is not fully dissolved, it gets transported under the squeegee, leaving smudges or smears. On large Aluprof sliding panels, cover the whole surface with overlapping strokes.

   Never clean Aluprof windows in direct sunlight. The soap water dries before you can squeegee it off. With Aluprof's 25 degree surface temperature limit, direct sun creates the exact conditions the manufacturer warns against.

3. 3

   Detail the frame edge again before squeegeeing

   Once the glass is agitated, run a dry corner of your cotton rag along the top edge and both side edges. This removes pooled soap water sitting on the frame so the squeegee will not pick up dirty residue.

4. 4

   The three squeegee turns

   Side to side: start at the top edge with a dry rubber. Work across in a straight horizontal line. Tilt at a slight angle so soap water spills from one side. Wipe dry after each line. Overlap slightly into the next line down.

   Top to bottom: same motion in vertical lines. Start in the top corner with a dry rubber. Tilt to direct water downward. Wipe dry after each line. Overlap into the next line across.

   The J tune (continuous motion): one smooth unbroken movement from top to bottom. Your thumb guides the wrist rotation at each end of the horizontal pass. The fastest and most consistent method for any window size.

   For large MB-77HS sliding panels: top-to-bottom with a pole for the upper section, side-to-side at arm height for the lower section. Keep the squeegee angle at roughly 45 degrees on the pole.

5. 5

   Final edge detailing

   After squeegeeing, take a dry cotton rag, fold to a clean corner, and detail the edges in one smooth pass.

   Get your finger into the edge where glass meets the frame seal. Remove any pooled soap water. Left to dry, it leaves a residue mark visible in direct sunlight.

   Rotate the rag to a clean section after each pass. Replace with a fresh rag every few windows.

6. 6

   Tracks, drainage, and hardware

   For sliding systems, vacuum the bottom track to remove grit and debris before wiping it down. Check that the drainage slots are clear.

   Lubricate hinges and locking points with a product designed for aluminium hardware once per year.

Pro Tips

• ★ pH 5-8 only - Aluprof specifies this limit explicitly for every surface. Most commercial glass sprays fall outside this range.
• ★ Water temperature must stay below 25 degrees Celsius. No steam cleaning under any circumstances.
• ★ Clean the frame first, every time. Most streaks come from dirt the squeegee picks up at the frame edge.
• ★ Wipe Aluprof frames dry after washing to prevent water stains on the powder-coated surface.
• ★ On MB-77HS panels, use lighter squeegee pressure and pole work - 600kg panels flex under hard pressure.

What NOT To Do

Bundle Kits and Tool Recommendations

Cleaning Frequency

Glass and frames: 2x per year minimum (Quarterly in urban environments with pollution, pollen, and construction dust.). Coastal or salt air locations: 4x per year (Salt deposits on aluminium need regular removal.). Seal cleaning and rubber care treatment: 1x per year minimum (Maintains flexibility and thermal insulation.). Hardware inspection and lubrication: 1x per year minimum (Including MB-77HS slide rail and lifting mechanism.). Drainage inspection and clearing: 1x per year, or after heavy storms (Blocked drainage pools water inside the frame.). MB-77HS sliding system track clearing: Every cleaning session (Vacuum debris to prevent grit buildup.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Field Notes

“Glass and frames: twice per year minimum, quarterly in urban environments, four times per year near the coast. pH 5-8 is non-negotiable - test any unfamiliar product on a hidden surface first. Water and surface temperature below 25 degrees - no direct sunlight, no steam. Hardware: annual lubrication including MB-77HS slide rail and lifting mechanism. Seals: annual cleaning and rubber care treatment to maintain flexibility and performance.”

Justin Orloff