The Easiest Way to Clean Dirt From a Sliding Door Track
If you have a sliding door in your home, you’re probably familiar with the dirt and grime that tends to clog the pathways. Clearing this track may not be a normal priority, but when it starts to slow down the door (or cause it to get stuck in general), it’s time to get to work. Luckily, this is a fairly simple task—here’s what you need to do.
What you need to clean your sliding door track
You don’t need special tools or expensive cleaning products to get between the metal sliding door tracks. Instead, TikToker Mr. Gardeners uses hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to remove dirt and clean your driveway without any scrubbing. You need the following items:
Steps to Clean a Metal Sliding Door Track
First, take a handheld vacuum cleaner (or a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment) and remove any visible dirt. Large vacuum attachments are not suitable for this, especially if you have a very small route or a route with a bunch of levels and components inside. In this case, use a cardboard tube, like the one you get when you run out of toilet paper. You simply attach it to the end of the vacuum like you would any other attachment, as shown in this Instagram video from Clean Bee. Bend the edge of the roll to make a cut and tuck it into the small space. It pulls dirt out of crevices very well.
Next, take baking soda and sprinkle a thin layer of powder on it to completely cover the mark. Then take the hydrogen peroxide, pour it onto the metal guide and let it sit for five to 10 minutes. The combination of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide will cause a reaction that will lift visible (and invisible) dirt to the top.
Once the dirt is removed, take a cleaning cloth or paper towel and wipe down the guide. If necessary, you can rinse with a little water and remove any residue. Repeat this process every time the door starts to stick or becomes uneven or uneven when you slide it. Watch Mr. Gardener’s TikTok for visual step-by-step instructions.