The Easiest Way to Remove Debris From Sliding Door Rails
If your home has a sliding door, you are probably familiar with dirt and grime, which tends to clog up your walkway. Clearing that walkway may not be your usual priority, but when it starts to slow down the door (or make it stick altogether) it’s time to get down to business. Fortunately, this is a fairly simple task – here’s what you need to do.
What you need to clean the sliding door rail
You don’t need special tools or expensive cleaners to get between the metal rails of your sliding door. Instead, TikToker Mr. Gardeners uses hydrogen peroxide and baking soda to remove dirt and clean up the track effortlessly. You will need:
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Baking soda
- Cleaning cloth or paper towels.
- A vacuum cleaner
Steps to clean metal sliding door track
First, get a handheld vacuum cleaner (or a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment) and remove any visible dirt. Then take baking soda and sprinkle with a thin layer of powder to completely cover the footprint. Then take hydrogen peroxide, pour it onto a metal rail and let sit for 5-10 minutes. The combination of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide will trigger a reaction that will lift visible (and invisible) dirt to the surface.
After the dirt has risen, take a cleaning cloth or paper towel and wipe the track. You can use a little water to rinse and remove residues if necessary. Repeat this process every time your door starts to wedge or becomes bumpy or uneven as you move it. See Mister Gardener’s pictorial step-by-step instructions on TikTok .
How to deeply clean sliding doors
If you ‘ve ignored this task for too long , Glass Doctor has detailed instructions for deep cleaning your sliding door rail. The process involves removing the door from the tracks and using a solution of half water and half vinegar to clean it up. They also highlight the need to wipe the road wheels, as dirt and other debris on the wheels can make the doors move slowly. Once you’re done, replace the doors and they will slide in like new.