How to clean a roof latern?

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T1berious

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2,270 posts

156 months

Saturday 4th May
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Hi there,

So I've got a latern that is shocking and needs a good clean. Unfortunately I've got no clue how to do it. I've got a Nilfisk pressure washer but I'm guessing using that would need some different attachments to do it safely.

I'm also keen to not enrage SWMBO by scratching said latern.





Any advice greatly appreciated!

Cheers!

T1b

Edited by T1berious on Saturday 4th May 15:20

Simpo Two

85,690 posts

266 months

Saturday 4th May
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That's twice you said roof latern...

mac96

3,814 posts

144 months

Saturday 4th May
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Coincidentally I have just unboxed my new Nilfisk.
On the box there is a list of extra tools you can buy. One is 'Roof Cleaner' which is ' telescopic pole with 15m reach sprays mixture of water and detergent'.

Sounds as if this is what you need?

Edited by mac96 on Saturday 4th May 14:43

T1berious

Original Poster:

2,270 posts

156 months

Saturday 4th May
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mac96 said:
Coincidentally I have just unboxed my new Nilfisk.
On the box there is a list of extra tools you can buy. One is 'Roof Cleaner' which is ' telescopic pole with 15m reach sprays mixture of water and detergent'.

Sounds as if this is what you need?

Edited by mac96 on Saturday 4th May 14:43
This sounds perfect! Cheers!

mart 63

2,071 posts

245 months

Saturday 4th May
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The wife cleaned ours with a karcher

5s Alive

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35 months

Saturday 4th May
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A bucket of (or spray bottle) of Optimum no Rinse (or other wax free waterless wash of your choice) carefully wiped off with a soaked microfibre noodle mitt.

If really dirty then a concentrated shampoo like Bilt Hamber Autowash, rinsed clean. A hose will do, no need for a pressure washer. A soft silicone squeegee will quickly leave a spotless finish.

A yearly coating of RainX or similar makes it easy to rinse off muck.

wong

1,302 posts

217 months

Saturday 4th May
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It's just glass. I use a bucket of soapy water and microfibre towels.
Can use any cheap glass cleaner afterwards if really making an effort.

Aluminati

2,535 posts

59 months

Sunday 5th May
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Soap and water, and a dab of rain x won’t hurt.

tux850

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90 months

Sunday 5th May
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You wash it like any other window.

Is the nub of the question that you have limited access?

wolfracesonic

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128 months

Sunday 5th May
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mart 63 said:
The wife cleaned ours with a karcher
Ask her if she’ll go and clean the OPs lantern, she looks to be doing a cracking job.

Bonefish Blues

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224 months

Sunday 5th May
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T1berious said:
mac96 said:
Coincidentally I have just unboxed my new Nilfisk.
On the box there is a list of extra tools you can buy. One is 'Roof Cleaner' which is ' telescopic pole with 15m reach sprays mixture of water and detergent'.

Sounds as if this is what you need?

Edited by mac96 on Saturday 4th May 14:43
This sounds perfect! Cheers!
I have one. Haven't used it in years frown

The window cleaners sort it smile

T1berious

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Monday 6th May
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5s Alive said:
A bucket of (or spray bottle) of Optimum no Rinse (or other wax free waterless wash of your choice) carefully wiped off with a soaked microfibre noodle mitt.

If really dirty then a concentrated shampoo like Bilt Hamber Autowash, rinsed clean. A hose will do, no need for a pressure washer. A soft silicone squeegee will quickly leave a spotless finish.

A yearly coating of RainX or similar makes it easy to rinse off muck.
Ended up getting up there and using ONR and a wash mitt. Much improved but while I was up there I noticed the roof is in need of a clean so I'll get up again next weekend (weather willing) and get some roof cleaner on there.



Cheers for the advice!

T1b

mac96

3,814 posts

144 months

Monday 6th May
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Must admit I had jumped to the conclusion that it was inaccessible!

Arrivalist

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Monday 6th May
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That’s not a lantern - it’s a flat roof light.

T1berious

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Monday 6th May
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mac96 said:
Must admit I had jumped to the conclusion that it was inaccessible!
Its a bit of a faff to get up there to be honest due to an overhang

T1berious

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Monday 6th May
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Arrivalist said:
That’s not a lantern - it’s a flat roof light.
Ahhh, everyday is a school day!

Thank you

njw1

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112 months

Monday 6th May
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mart 63 said:
The wife cleaned ours with a karcher
What did she do when you told her she'd missed a bit....?

5s Alive

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35 months

Monday 6th May
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T1berious said:
5s Alive said:
A bucket of (or spray bottle) of Optimum no Rinse (or other wax free waterless wash of your choice) carefully wiped off with a soaked microfibre noodle mitt.

If really dirty then a concentrated shampoo like Bilt Hamber Autowash, rinsed clean. A hose will do, no need for a pressure washer. A soft silicone squeegee will quickly leave a spotless finish.

A yearly coating of RainX or similar makes it easy to rinse off muck.
Ended up getting up there and using ONR and a wash mitt. Much improved but while I was up there I noticed the roof is in need of a clean so I'll get up again next weekend (weather willing) and get some roof cleaner on there.



Cheers for the advice!

T1b
I do similar and use Angelwax h2go (similar to RainX) on our velux windows. We live next to woodland and it certainly helps to shift the birdst in the rain.