Art glass, available on Andersen® E-Series, A-Series, and 400 Series windows and patio doors, adds a unique design touch to your home. The art glass is held together in sections by a decorative material called "caming," and the finishes must be properly cleaned to maintain their appearance and prevent discoloration.
How to Clean Andersen® Art Glass
This article walks you through the safe removal, cleaning, and reinstallation of your art glass.
Andersen® Art Glass Caming Shown in Black
When to Use This Article
We recommend following the instructions in this article to inspect and clean your art glass at least once a year. If you live in a coastal, industrial, or agricultural area with higher levels of airborne particles, like dirt, dust, smoke, and salt spray, we recommend following these instructions at least every three (3) months.
This Article Will Help You:
- Remove, clean, and reinstall your Andersen® art glass for cleaning.
Safety Warnings
Tools and Supplies Needed
- Four (4) soft cleaning cloths
- Mild soapy water
- Phillips head screwdriver
- Flat blade screwdriver
Let's Get Started
Clean Andersen® Art Glass
To properly clean Andersen® art glass, you will need to remove it before cleaning, then reinstall it after. For in-depth written instructions on removal and cleaning, see "Art Glass Cleaning Instructions" on Page 12 of the Andersen Art Glass Accessory Guide. 
This guide also provides installation instructions.
Related Articles
For more information on caming options, see Art Glass for Andersen® E-Series, A-Series and 400 Series Windows and Patio Doors.
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