Best Ways To Clean Your Windows

Cleaning windows is one of those chores that often get put off for another day, however keeping your windows grime-free makes your home look more appealing and improves your quality of life by letting more light into your rooms. Cleaning windows needn’t be a headache if you follow these simple steps to getting your glass streak-free and sparkling.

 

Clean From The Top To The Bottom

Cleaning from the bottom of your window to the top will leave streaks over the surface of the glass. Start at the top and clean downwards to ensure no drips.

 

Ditch The Cloth

To get the best streak-free finish, discard the cloth or sponge and use a squeegee. They are available in short and long-handled varieties for all kinds of window and will effectively polish all surfaces.

 

Clean When The Sun Isn’t Shining

The sun can dry the cleaning fluid onto your windows leaving a streaky surface. Instead, wait for a cool, cloudy day and your windows will achieve a streak-free shine.

 

Clean The Corners

You can remove built-up residue from the corners of your windows by using a cotton swab. This will give a professional, grim-free finish. Contact professional glaziers if the window is broken and you need the glass replaced.

 

Make A Window Cleaning Detergent Yourself

Rather than using store-bought detergents, try making your own. A mixture made up of 1 cup of rubbing alcohol, 1 cup of vinegar and a cup of water will be just as good as commercially available products and will be much cheaper.

 

Avoid Woodwork

If you allow too much moisture to drip onto woodwork surrounding windows, you can end up causing damage, mold and rot. Be sure to only spray small amounts of cleaning solution onto your surfaces and clean off thoroughly to avoid dripping onto window frames.