Africa · Window Manufacturer
Hunter Douglas SA
🇿🇦 South Africa · Last reviewed by Justin Orloff
Quick Facts
HQ
Cape Town, South Africa (SA operation)
Parent
Hunter Douglas Group, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Materials
Aluminium windows, facade systems, sun control products
Specialty
Aluminium windows and architectural sun control
Market
South Africa - residential and commercial
Brand at a Glance
- South African operation of global architectural products group Hunter Douglas
- Cape Town base serving Western Cape and national commercial projects
- Aluminium windows plus sun control - unique combination of products in the SA market
Product Range
- Aluminium casement and sliding windows
- Architectural facade systems
- Sun control products (louvres, external shading, screening)
- Commercial aluminium systems
Why This System
Hunter Douglas brings European architectural product standards to South Africa. Their sun control product integration with window systems is distinctive. For cleaners, Hunter Douglas aluminium windows in Cape Town are typically in premium commercial or residential settings where appearance is critical.
Cape Town's climate - strong southeaster in summer, winter rain from the northwest, coastal salt air, and high UV - is demanding on aluminium systems. Hunter Douglas aluminium windows with powder coat or anodised finishes need regular cleaning to maintain appearance and protect against salt corrosion on sea-facing installations.
Step 1 of 2: Manufacturer Recommendations
Official Care Guidance
Step 2 of 2: The Orloffs Protocol
The Orloffs Protocol
This is how I clean Hunter Douglas SA windows. The tools and technique below come from 25 years of daily professional work on the glass. Every step has been tested on real installations and adapted specifically for Hunter Douglas SA systems.
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 Hunter Douglas SA installation.
- 1
1. Assess sun control products alongside windows - louvres and shading elements collect Cape Town dust and need separate attention.
- 2
2. Pre-rinse frames and glass; clear wind-blown debris from tracks.
- 3
3. Apply pH-neutral detergent to glass and frames.
- 4
4. Squeegee glass top to bottom.
- 5
5. Wipe frames with microfibre; clear weep holes.
Pro Tips
- Sun control louvres on Hunter Douglas facade systems collect significant dust in Cape Town summer - include in scope on every visit.
- Cape Town southeaster season: sand and debris impact south-facing facades hard - increase frequency in summer.
- Coastal installations: Hunter Douglas aluminium frames on sea-facing properties need weep holes cleared monthly.
What NOT To Do
- Do not use acid descalers on Hunter Douglas powder-coated aluminium.
- Do not ignore sun control products when cleaning - dirty louvres negate clean windows visually.
- Do not use abrasive products on anodised Hunter Douglas frames.
Bundle Kits and Tool Recommendations
Bundle Kit
Tool Recommendations
pH-neutral detergent
View on Amazon [coming soon]14-inch squeegee
View on Amazon [coming soon]Microfibre cloths
View on Amazon [coming soon]Cleaning Frequency
Every 6-8 weeks. Monthly on coastal Cape Town installations and during peak southeaster season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Field Notes
“Hunter Douglas SA clients in Cape Town are typically in premium homes or commercial settings. The combination of window cleaning and sun control product maintenance is a complete service - offer both as a package. Louvres and external shading elements are often overlooked and greatly appreciated when included.”
Justin Orloff
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