Skylights have many benefits, from brightening your living space to increasing your home’s energy efficiency. Yet their unique positioning means they’re often more difficult to maintain than standard windows. If the skylight is made with polycarbonate or acrylic sheets, use the following tips to clean it occasionally so it can continue to let in ample sunlight.

How to Maintain Your Skylight

1. Wipe the Interior Surface

Skylights made with polycarbonate or acrylic sheets may get scratched, lose their protective coating, or sustain other surface damage if you use traditional glass cleaners or ammonia on them. Instead, use a damp microfiber cloth and a mild dishwashing soap to wipe it down. Follow up with a wet cloth to remove any residue, then blot the surface dry with a basic cellulose sponge.

2. Take Necessary Safety Measures

Avoid doing anything that puts you in a precarious position. The skylight may be situated too high, for example, or at an awkward angle that makes it difficult for you to reach easily. In those cases, you may be better off hiring a professional window cleaner who has the tools and equipment needed to safely clean polycarbonate and acrylic sheets. If it’s within reasonable reach from the ground, opt for an extendable dry mop and a long-handled cleaner with an attached cellulose sponge.

3. Apply a Protective Coating

The protective seal applied to a skylight maintains the window’s durability and prevents damage like scratching and cracking. You can enhance it with car wax: use a soft microfiber cloth to gently buff the wax on, then wipe the residue with a separate clean cloth.

If you’re looking to install a skylight in your home or place of business, trust the experts at Min Plastics & Supply to supply the materials you need. Based in Honolulu, HI, the company has served the community since 1950. They’re proud to offer the largest selection of plastic products in Hawaii, along with fabrication of polycarbonate and acrylic sheets to meet your needs. Visit their website to browse their inventory and gallery of finished projects, or give them a call at (808) 847-1511 to place an order.