Many people assume you can just spray some Windex, wipe, and walk away. Some windows have a mesh screen that covers the pane of glass that opens. Of course, this is to prevent anything flying into your home, as well as to prevent anything from falling out your window.
Or, in my case, to prevent my cat from trying to jump out. These screens usually pop off easily, so you can clean them and the glass and then pop them back on. Cleaning interior windows is a little easier than cleaning exterior windows. Then I grab a glass microfiber cleaning cloth. A lot of microfiber cloths are terry weave, which can scratch the surface of glass or mirrors.
I then fold my microfiber cleaning cloth to a quarter of its size, so I have a solid cloth to work with. Then, I use the microfiber cloth and work in an S pattern; top to bottom and left to right. Wiping a window this way takes seconds, and it should leave your windows streak-free and shining. To clean interior window sills, frames, or casings, I use the same DIY window spray.
Or you might even want to skip liquid cleaner and give it a good dusting. In my home and, generally speaking, in modern homes, window sills and casings can tolerate vinegar and water or soap and water. In my experience, unless you are dealing with a stain or mold issue, that should be all you need.
To prevent mold on indoor windows, watch out for condensation. If you live in a place that experiences colder temperatures, you might notice condensation forming on windows when you turn your heat on. That condensation can make its way down your window sill and leave streaky marks on your paint. This can also lead to mold and mildew if left untreated. Luckily, all you need to do is treat your window sills with mold and mildew protectant.
An important first step to cleaning exterior windows is choosing the right day. Overcast days, colder weather, early mornings, or evenings are your friends when it comes to cleaning exterior windows. Instead, I recommend a double-sided squeegee. There are a few things you'll need to clean your windows without streaks. In terms of cleaning solution, your best bets are water and dish soap, water and vinegar, or a professional window cleaner of your choice.
The tools and equipment you'll need include: Vinegar or a mineral deposit cleaner for stubborn stains Scraper or razor for stickers, tape, paint, and sap Vacuum Sponge or lint-free cloth Sharp rubber squeegee for drying A few clean, lint-free rags or cloths Large bucket. Remove stubborn stains. Stubborn stains and grime can be removed with white vinegar or a mineral deposit cleaner. To remove tape, paint, and sticky messes, wet the area and use a scraper to remove the tape.
Hold the scraper at a degree angle to the glass, and press gently as you move forward underneath the tape. Vacuum the windows. When you're cleaning your windows, your sponge can pick up dust and dirt from around the window and create streaks. To prevent this, you should vacuum or clean the sills, sashes, and frames before washing. For inside windows, use a small brush attachment and vacuum all around the windows. For outside windows, use either a vacuum with a long hose attachment, a portable vacuum, or a pressure washer.
Hose off outside windows. Outdoor windows are frequently bombarded with dust, dirt, and debris from the outside world. The best way to prevent that dirt from leaving streaks on your clean windows is by removing as much of it as possible before you start cleaning. Mix your cleaning solution.
You can use any cleaning solution you prefer, even for streak-free windows. The technique and tools you use are more important than the cleaner when you want your windows spotless and perfect. Use a clean bucket and mix together your desired window-cleaning solution, which could be: [4] X Research source Equal parts white vinegar and water 1 tablespoon 15 ml of liquid dishwashing liquid per gallon 3.
Scrub the windows. Dip your sponge or lint-free cloth into the bucket to saturate it with cleaning solution. Wipe the entire window pane with the sponge, applying gentle pressure to lay on an even coat of cleaner. You can use any motion you like to clean the windows, such as circles, an up and down motion, or a back and forth zig zag.
Clean every inch of glass to ensure that no dirt or grime is left behind. Wipe the windows dry. Once the window is coated with cleaning solution, use the rubber squeegee to wipe the water away. Start at the top of the window, working in horizontal swipes from one side of the window to the other.
When you finish each stroke, wipe the squeegee dry with a lint-free cloth. When you're wiping the window, make sure the squeegee stays in contact with the glass during each swipe. Clean up excess water. Keep your squeegee dry. A dry squeegee is another key to streak-free windows. If the squeegee is wet, it will leave watermarks on the windows, and these will leave streaks when the water dries.
Wipe down your squeegee with a dry cloth between each stroke as you dry each window, and in between every window that you dry. Replace the cleaner as necessary. Part 2. If the blade comes off, it will leave water behind, and this will create streaks when the water dries. Use only distilled water for window cleaning. Avoid using any type of water that still has minerals and other elements in it, because these can leave streaks and marks on otherwise clean windows.
When non-distilled water evaporates from the windows, it can leave behind traces of these elements and minerals that will stay on the glass and leave visible marks.
Do not interrupt your window cleaning when you're in the middle of cleaning or squeegeeing a window. No matter how hard you try, residue seems to build up in the corners of the glass, and it can be very difficult to get to that residue unless you have the right tool.
Cotton swabs are ideal for cleaning those hard to reach areas of the windows in your home. It's the perfect size and does the trick! Old t-shirts are ideal for cleaning glass because they won't have any lint residue, and they are just absorbent enough to get a window polished clean.
Plus, using old tees instead of paper towels is a great way to save money on housekeeping costs —and is good for the environment. Sometimes homemade solutions do the best job, are more economical, and won't contain unknown chemicals. To create your own glass cleaner , mix together 1 cup rubbing alcohol, 1 cup water, and 1 tablespoon vinegar. Using isopropyl alcohol and white vinegar together makes a quickly evaporating spray glass and mirror cleaner that competes with commercial brands.
This can also be used to give a nice shine to hard tiles, chrome, and other surfaces. Some people swear by a newspaper to polish their glass surfaces. It does work and can work well, but many people don't like getting newsprint on their hands. The newspaper also doesn't hold up very well when it gets wet. But if you are finding that towels and cloth just aren't for you, the newspaper is worth a try.
And if you are happy with how the glass looks but not how your hands look, you can simply wear gloves! Many glass and window cleaners can cause damage to the framed wood areas of our mirrors and windows. Prevent drips on the wood which can damage these surfaces by placing a small cloth on the wood or windowsill to absorb any drips.
And avoid spraying too much cleaner at once—instead, spray the window in small sections, working from the top down to the bottom of the glass. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content.
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