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Profile 22

🇬🇧 United Kingdom · Last reviewed by Justin Orloff

Profile 22 window product

Profile 22 window systems

Quick Facts

founded

Profile 22 brand established in the 1990s

hq

Solihull, West Midlands, UK (Epwin Group)

primaryMaterials

uPVC multi-chamber profiles

glazingPartner

System supplier - glazing by fabricator

marketTier

Mid-Range

Brand at a Glance

  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Parent company: Epwin Window Systems
  • Position: UK's largest uPVC profile system by volume
  • Market: Trade, new-build, social housing, replacement windows
  • Climate context: UK - damp, mould risk, urban acid rain, salt air coastal

Product Range

  • Chamfered casement system
  • Sculptured casement system
  • Tilt-and-turn system
  • Vertical slider

Why This System

Profile 22 is available in both chamfered and sculptured (ovolo) sightline options - the cleaning approach is the same, but the ovolo profile has rounded rebate grooves that collect more soap residue if the rinsing step is skipped. The trickle ventilator integrated into the Profile 22 casement head is one of the most commonly blocked components on UK windows. UK airborne grime, pollen, and dust accumulate in the vent slots within weeks in high-traffic urban environments. Profile 22 colour-foil options use co-extruded surface foils bonded to the white uPVC core - these clean identically to standard uPVC but are sensitive to solvent-based cleaners at the foil edges.

Step 1 of 2: Manufacturer Recommendations

Official Care Guidance

No official guide published. The steps below are based on Justin Orloff's 25 years hands-on experience with this system.

Step 2 of 2: The Orloffs Protocol

The Orloffs Protocol

This is how I clean Profile 22 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 Profile 22 systems.

Pro Tools

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

1Soft trickle ventilator brush
2Microfibre T-bar applicator
3Professional squeegee
4pH-neutral uPVC cleaner
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Pro Tips

  • Always clean the trickle ventilators on the first visit to a new Profile 22 property - they are almost always blocked and customers notice the ventilation improvement
  • On ovolo Profile 22 profiles, use a second rinse pass on the frame after cleaning - the rebate groove holds residue that causes streaking on the inner face if not fully cleared
  • Flag to customers when Profile 22 frames on south-facing elevations are showing surface chalking - this is a maintenance signal for an older installation

What NOT To Do

  • Do not use bleach or chlorine cleaners on any Profile 22 uPVC surface
  • Do not use solvent-based cleaners on colour-foil Profile 22 profiles
  • Do not use abrasive pads on any profile surface
  • Do not neglect trickle ventilator cleaning - blocked vents cause condensation and are a compliance issue
  • Do not pressure wash Profile 22 frames - high pressure forces water into frame cavities and glazing bar joints

Bundle Kits and Tool Recommendations

Bundle Kit

Orloffs Squeegee Pro Pack flat lay
Pro KitThe full professional setup. Brass squeegees, T-bar with applicator cover, tool belt, rags, soap, and bucket. Everything from the daily tool list in one box.Shop now →
Orloffs Squeegee Pro Pack bundled

Tool Recommendations

pH-neutral glass cleaning concentrate

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pH-neutral uPVC frame cleaner

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Microfibre T-bar applicator

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Cleaning Frequency

Clean every 4–8 weeks depending on environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I clean Profile 22 windows?
For Profile 22 windows, we recommend cleaning twice a year depending on your local environment. Coastal or urban locations may need more frequent cleaning.
What tools do I need for Profile 22 windows?
Professional cleaning of Profile 22 windows requires my daily tool list of: Soft trickle ventilator brush, Microfibre T-bar applicator, Professional squeegee, pH-neutral uPVC cleaner.
What should I avoid on Profile 22 windows?
Do not use bleach or chlorine cleaners on any Profile 22 uPVC surface
Does Profile 22 publish an official cleaning guide?
Profile 22 has not published an official cleaning guide. The protocol on this page is based on Justin Orloff's 25 years hands-on experience.
Can I use a water-fed pole on Profile 22 windows?
Yes, purified water via a water-fed pole is one of the safest methods for Profile 22 glass. Ensure TDS is at or near zero before use and avoid directing high-pressure water at seals or gaskets.

Field Notes

“Profile 22 is so common in UK social housing stock that many residents have never had the trickle ventilators cleaned. Block clearing on the first visit often produces a noticeable improvement in ventilation that customers notice immediately. The sculptured ovolo sightline on Profile 22 holds more grime in the rebate curve than the chamfered variant - allow extra time on cleaning these profiles. On UK coastal installations with Profile 22 white uPVC, check the south and west-facing elevations for UV-related surface chalking on frames more than 15 years old.”

Justin Orloff

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