Is your sliding door or window stuck in the open or closed position? Above all, do not force yourself, discover these few solutions before despairing!
Clean the sliding rails of the bay window, to clear the way
When sliding in the lower and upper rails, dirt and solid bodies (stones, small debris, etc.) constitute real choke points preventing the trolley from sliding correctly.
If your clogged windows seem to be the victims of this situation, all you have to do is vacuum up all that grime. It is best to use fine-tipped vacuum rollers (if applicable), hard-to-reach corners, stops and drainage holes, and finish with a soft brush if necessary.
After the first step, clean the rails with a damp sponge and soap, then wipe with a dry cloth.
Lubricate the window track, to smooth the movement
If the first action is insufficient, you can completely lubricate the rails with a suitable multi-purpose spray, silicone solution or spray grease.
Wait a few minutes, then work gently to make sure the window slides properly.
Inspect your array more thoroughly and replace defective parts
Is your bay window still dirty after cleaning and/or greasing its rails? This question is – probably – more important, and deserves a check!
As a result, one or more of the wheels (rollers) of the rack may be damaged, preventing it from moving properly.
Handles, especially those used to open and close compartments, can also loosen or malfunction, leaving sliding windows stuck in the closed position.
As for the slides, they are not immune to deformation due to impact or wear.
Whatever they are, these elements are replaceable! Given the difficulty of some repairs, it may be necessary to call in a professional in some cases.
Why does a sliding glass door get stuck?
Different reasons can explain that a bay window is blocked:
Foreign bodies slow down or prevent sliding;
Wear or crushing of the rails;
Deformation of the entire chassis;
Damage to one or more wheels;
Faulty handle or cremone…
The sliding glass doors are nice! But when he refuses any movement, he loses all meaning and brings a kind of discomfort to everyday life. Fortunately, various concrete actions on the mounting frame or chassis can quickly solve the problem.
