Banish Papers: Paper And Glass Are A Big NO
Papers seem to be lying around anywhere and everywhere and are perfect for getting some quick cleaning done. But for glasses, they are a big NO. Papers are a good absorbent, and they dry surfaces fast, but with glasses (or mirrors), the papers are not the ideal stuff to clean as they leave a lot of lint behind. They may also leave streaks along with the motion of the wipe, giving the glasses (and mirrors) a dirtier look! Using a lint-free cloth is the best way to dry your windows because they have high absorbent power and don’t leave stains behind.
Check Out A Squeegee Instead
A squeegee gives you a spotless window without any stains. As the blades move over the soap solutions, they clean everything giving sparkling windows without streaks. However, you must know how to wipe with a squeegee to avoid leaving behind stain marks.
Wash the dirty window with a wet cloth dipped in the cleaning solution. Now run the squeegee over the surface from one corner to the other horizontally. While repeating the motion, make sure to overlap an inch or two. Don’t forget to dry the edges/frames of the windows with a clean cloth after finishing.
Extra Tips
- Keep a separate set of tools for the window surfaces. The outdoor surfaces are susceptible to more dirt like bird droppings. Hence, using even the same set of squeegees or cloths will carry over the dirt from one surface to the other.
- Check whether you are leaving behind stains. If yes, it is your call to change the motion.
- Don’t wait for too long before cleaning the glass surfaces. Once the dirt occupies its place, they are hard to clean and would require harsher abrasives. Harsh chemicals, though they may effectively clean the dirt but destroy the surface shine.
- Always work your way from the top of the windows to down. You should refrain from drenching the windows with water. Instead, while wiping the screen, make sure you have squeezed off the excess water so that the squeegee or cloth can absorb the remaining water.
- If you can’t find a microfiber towel at your disposal, try out an old t-shirt for the cleaning.
Conclusion
Cleaning windows is not a laborious task, but getting them sparkling clean is one. However, with these tips and steps, you’ll know how to tackle the stubborn streaks and grime that find their way to your windows. Use these cost-effective and safe ideas to give your windows a royal treatment.
