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Trend Windows & Doors

🇦🇺 Australia · Last reviewed by Justin Orloff

Trend Windows & Doors window product

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Quick Facts

founded

1968

hq

Giraven, NSW

primaryMaterials

Aluminium - powder-coated

glazingPartner

In-house glazing

marketTier

Mid-Range - Australian residential

Brand at a Glance

  • Country: Australia
  • Founded: 1968
  • HQ: Giraven, NSW
  • Parent group: Ventora Group (formerly JELD-WEN Australasia)
  • Employees: 500+
  • Market: NSW and national residential
  • Climate context: NSW - coastal salt, UV index 12+ in summer

Product Range

  • Aluminium sliding windows
  • Aluminium casement and awning windows
  • Aluminium sliding doors

Why This System

Trend's 55-plus year production history means their windows appear across an enormous age range in Australian residential stock. Cleaning protocol must account for frame age. As a Ventora group brand, Trend operates within the same quality standards as Stegbar - the cleaning approach is similar, but the specific product range is different. Trend sliding windows from the 1980s and 1990s are common in NSW regional towns as well as Sydney - regional dust loading is often higher than coastal areas.

Step 1 of 2: Manufacturer Recommendations

Official Care Guidance

Source: ORLOFFS PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE - BASED ON 25 YEARS FIELD EXPERIENCE ON NSW ALUMINIUM SYSTEMS

Glass

  • Pre-rinse glass with clean water before applying cleaning solution.
  • pH-neutral cleaning solution, squeegee top to bottom, wipe rubber after each pull.
  • Inspect glazing seals - older Trend windows commonly have degraded original seals.

Frames

  • pH-neutral dampened soft cloth. Work top to bottom. Rinse thoroughly.
  • Do not use abrasive pads on any Trend powder-coated frame.
  • Document condition of older frames before cleaning.

Tracks

  • Brush and clear track channels before water cleaning. Regional properties have higher dust loading.
  • Apply silicone lubricant after cleaning. Clear weep holes.

Step 2 of 2: The Orloffs Protocol

The Orloffs Protocol

This is how I clean Trend Windows & Doors 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 Trend Windows & Doors systems.

Pro Tools

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

1Ettore squeegee 18 inch
2Unger HiFlo pure water pole
3Narrow track brush

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

  1. 1

    Frame age assessment

    Note approximate frame age. Pre-1990 Trend frames need extra care.

  2. 2

    Pre-rinse

    Rinse all glass and frames with clean water.

  3. 3

    Clean glass and frames

    pH-neutral solution, squeegee, wipe frames, rinse.

  4. 4

    Track service and close-out

    Brush tracks, apply silicone, clear weep holes, inspect seals.

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Pro Tips

  • On NSW regional Trend windows with red dust accumulation, do a dry brush pass of all tracks before starting - this prevents turning the dust into abrasive mud when water hits the track

What NOT To Do

  • Do not use abrasive pads on Trend powder-coated frames
  • Do not skip pre-rinsing on coastal or regional dust-affected properties
  • Do not apply heavy scrubbing pressure to frames over 20 years old

Bundle Kits and Tool Recommendations

Bundle Kit

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Tool Recommendations

Ettore squeegee 18 inch

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pH-neutral glass and frame concentrate

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Narrow track brush

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Cleaning Frequency

Coastal NSW: Every 4 to 6 weeks (Salt air exposure). Regional NSW: Every 8 to 12 weeks (Higher dust loading in dry conditions)

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I clean Trend Windows & Doors windows?
For Trend Windows & Doors windows, Coastal NSW: Every 4 to 6 weeks (Salt air exposure). Regional NSW: Every 8 to 12 weeks (Higher dust loading in dry conditions). Coastal or urban locations may need more frequent cleaning.
What tools do I need for Trend Windows & Doors windows?
Professional cleaning of Trend Windows & Doors windows requires my daily tool list of: Ettore squeegee 18 inch, Unger HiFlo pure water pole, Narrow track brush.
What should I avoid on Trend Windows & Doors windows?
Do not use abrasive pads on Trend powder-coated frames
Does Trend Windows & Doors publish an official cleaning guide?
Yes, Trend Windows & Doors publishes official care guidance. Source: ORLOFFS PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE - BASED ON 25 YEARS FIELD EXPERIENCE ON NSW ALUMINIUM SYSTEMS
Can I use a water-fed pole on Trend Windows & Doors windows?
Yes, purified water via a water-fed pole is one of the safest methods for Trend Windows & Doors glass. Ensure TDS is at or near zero before use and avoid directing high-pressure water at seals or gaskets.

Field Notes

“Trend windows in NSW regional areas often have track channels packed with red dust from soil - this requires dry brushing and vacuuming before any water is introduced to avoid forming abrasive slurry. See also: Ventora group guide for full brand context.”

Justin Orloff

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