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5 Ways to Get Streak Free Windows

Jun 21, 2018

Window cleaning is one of the hardest household chores there is, so seeing through clear and clean windows is extremely satisfying.

However, any satisfaction will quickly fade away when you see streaks across your windows.

The cleaning act is hard in itself, but then some streaks dare to appear? This won’t do. Thankfully, we can teach you why you might be getting streaks and how to avoid them.

There are a lot of factors why you’re getting streaks, from your cleaning solution to your technique. It will be a while before robots do this task for us, so we might as well learn how to do it right.

Follow the tips below to get streak free windows every time.

1. Use Distilled Water

Many of us don’t even consider the type of water we use to clean our things, but there’s a type that’s more suitable for cleaning, especially if it’s glass you’re cleaning. If you keep getting streaks and/or white spots, chances are high that the problem is the water you use.

The water coming from your tap might be “hard,” which means it has a high mineral content. It contains salts of magnesium and calcium, as well as other minerals. This is the reason why you’ll see residues when the water dries – the minerals build up on the surface you’ve cleaned.

Although it’s not a health risk, hard water also affects the performance of the soap and detergent. It can inactivate the active cleaning ingredient in some synthetic detergents, and the minerals combine with the soap to form a sticky soap curd.

This means hard water not only results in streaks in your windows, it also sabotages the ability of soap and detergent to clean the surfaces in your home, your clothes, your dishes, and even your hair and body.

The best thing to do would be to use distilled water in wiping your furniture and in diluting your cleaner. You can turn the water from your tap into distilled water, but it requires extra steps so we recommend buying distilled water (which can get expensive) or a home distiller (which can be more cost-effective if your household drinks distilled water as well).

Similarly, you can also buy a water softener to ensure that you’re getting soft water for your cleaning and the whole household needs. There are kits to help you determine the hardness of your water, which then helps you determine which water softener to buy.

2. Mix in Vinegar

Still getting streaks even after using distilled water? The problem might be your cleaner. There are glass cleaners that promise streak-free results, but they come with a relatively expensive price tag and a lot of elbow grease.

Your best streak-free window cleaning solution isn’t your local grocery. It’s right there in your own home: white vinegar. A big plus is that it practically costs nothing and it’s always available when you need it.

Vinegar removes stubborn stains and grime. You can mix it with soft water with a 1:1 ratio or use it undiluted for spots that are extra tough to remove. Use the solution as you would a cleaner or use it as the last step after you’ve washed a particularly grimy window with soap.

The downside is that vinegar won’t smell as good as a cleaner. If its odor nauseates you, you might prefer using it on outside surfaces only.

An alternative to vinegar is a liquid dish soap. It’s also always ready, and it costs far less than a glass cleaner. Mixed in with soft water, it cuts through grease and dirt with your indoor squeegee technique.

For an extra cleaning boost, mix in vinegar, too! All you need is about half a teaspoon of liquid dish soap, 1/4 cup of white vinegar, and 2 cups of water. Combine these ingredients in a spray bottle and use as normal.

However, keep in mind the following tip if you want to use a dishwashing soap or other types of soap.

3. Go Easy on the Soap

Learning how to clean windows without streaks involves going easy on the soap, not about going overboard with it to overcompensate.

More soap doesn’t equate to better cleaning power. In fact, soapy and sudsy water will result in a lot of streaks, that very thing you’re dreading. In addition to streaking, it leaves behind a soapy residue that causes a dull and dingy glass.

About 3 drops of dish soap in a gallon of water will do. As it has the ability to cut through grease on your dishes, it should do wonders for your windows as well.

You can mix the solution in a bucket but use slow strokes. Alternatively, mix it in a jug and shake slowly. Use only what you need and store the rest in the jug.

As for the type of dish soap, DIYers highly recommend the Dawn dish soap, but the one you’re currently using would work as well. May we note, though, that you only use the original variants, not those that may have perfumes, skin softeners, and other additives that might cause streaks.

Of course, this wouldn’t be a problem if you’re using a vinegar solution or a glass cleaner. Make sure to follow the instructions on the cleaner carefully to enable it to do an effective job.

However, the cleaning tool matters as much as the cleaning solutions to avoid getting streaks on your windows.

4. Use the Right Tools

You may have the perfect solution, but without the right tools, you’ll likely still end up with streaks on your windows.

Some use paper towels and then wonder why they aren’t getting clean windows when they are one of the worst things you can use for cleaning glass. They don’t only leave streaks, they also leave lint. Not to mention they aren’t environmental-friendly as well.

There’s a reason why professionals use a clean, rubber-bladed squeegee when cleaning windows. It’s effective in drying the flat surface and getting rid of liquid and soap, leaving behind a sparkly glass.

For maximum effectiveness, replace the rubber blade every time you use it. Pros even change their squeegee blades during cleaning if they have a lot of windows to wipe.

The edge of the blade will accumulate nicks and slices as you use it, which might cause streaks and uneven cleaning. If you want to maximize the use of an undamaged rubber blade, reverse it and use the other edge. When you store it, make sure that the blade isn’t touching anything.

For heavy cleaning, use a scrubber or a sponge to wash the windows with soap. A scrubber is preferable, but if you don’t have any, a good old sponge will do. If you have small window panes, a sponge works great, too.

In addition to a squeegee, have microfiber cloths ready as well. This type of cloth has no lint, so it’s great for a final wipe. If you’re using a vinegar solution, use this type of cloth.

5. Follow These Steps

Now that you know how to get streak free windows with the right materials and tools, all that’s left to learn is the technique. There’s no one best way to clean glass; it depends on what you’re using.

If You’re Using a Vinegar Solution or Commercial Cleaner

First, ready your cleaning solution and two microfiber cloths. When you’re ready, spray the solution into the windows and use one cloth to thoroughly wipe the surface. Remember to clean the corners, too!

Wait for it to dry (about 15 seconds) and polish the surface with the other microfiber cloth. This method will ensure you won’t get streaks.

If You’re Using Soapy Water

If the dirt and grime on your window panes necessitate you to use soap, get your scrubber/sponge, squeegee, a microfiber cloth, and your cleaning solution ready. First, dip the scrubber into the solution and squeeze out excess water. Use it to clean the whole surface, including the edges and corners.

Then, get your squeegee and clean a small strip, about an inch, on the top or on one of the sides. This is your starting point, as starting on dry glass prevents streaks from forming.

Then, use horizontal or vertical strokes without the blade leaving the surface. Angle the squeegee to direct the water to the uncleaned parts. After each full strip across the window, wipe the blade on a clean towel.

After wiping the whole panel, use a rag to absorb the remaining water at the bottom. Then, use a microfiber cloth to wipe the edges and any streak.

Call a Professional for Streak Free Windows

Sometimes, it’s better to give up and leave the job to a professional. Doing this, you can ensure that your windows are sparkling clean without any streaks or residue.

This is only one of the many reasons to hire window cleaning services. Aside from giving your windows a clean look, professionals will also ensure that molds, allergens, and other health hazards will remain out of your windows and homes.

We recommend calling a professional for the following purposes:

For any of the above or other reasons, contact us now for streak free windows!

How to clean windows: tips for a professional streak-free finish

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Nothing will brighten up your home quite like giving your windows a good clean. There are a myriad of tips out there for how to clean windows, from making your own window cleaning solution with vinegar to the old newspaper trick. 

Over time windows naturally get dirty from dust in the air, birds flying by and bugs taking refuge. They should usually be cleaned at least once every month, inside and out. However, while cleaning windows is a relatively easy cleaning job, it is also a bit of an art form when it comes to trying to achieve a streak-free finish. 

Nothing will ruin the effect of your beautiful window treatment ideas quite like smeared glass. Unlike dusting shelves or cleaning kitchen counters, with the wrong cleaning technique it can often feel like you’ve made your windows worse, not better.

Crystal clear windows indoors and out are the best way to create a good and lasting impression, so we’ve rounded up the best expert tips to give your windows a professional clean. Make smudged, slightly blurry windows a thing of the past. 

How to clean windows

(Image credit: Future PLC /James French)

You can easily freshen up slightly dirty windows - ones that have the odd smudge or smear - using a cleaning spray and a microfibre cloth. Our Digital Deputy Editor Rebecca Knight swears by the Deft Advanced Window & Glass Cleaner, available at Lakeland , as one of the best cleaning products for a sparkling finish.

However, every three months it is a good idea to get a squeegee out and do a proper clean. Here's what you'll need for cleaning windows in order to get a professional finish:

1. Remove curtains and blinds before cleaning

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Damian Russell)

Start by taking down curtains and blinds. If you can, take the opportunity to give drapes a thorough wash or spritz with a fabric freshener like Febreze. Use a dry brush or dusting attachment on your vacuum cleaner to sweep away any dust or cobwebs from around the corners of the windows and the windowsills.

2. Make homemade cleaning solutions

If you prefer making your own cleaning solutions, add two tablespoons of white vinegar to a small bucket of warm water (this won’t kill bacteria, though). 

'White Vinegar is a fantastic natural option for cleaning your windows. Unlike chemical sprays it doesn't fill your home with fumes or pollute the environment,' says Laura Harnett, founder of Seep . 

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Polly Eltes)

You can also wash your windows with soapy water. Fill a bucket with a simple solution of washing-up liquid and warm water, but avoid creating too many soap suds as these will leave further marks if allowed to dry. Start washing windows using a non-abrasive sponge.

Laura also recommends taking care with the water you use when cleaning, and opting for purified water if possible. 'So many people use a damp cloth and water to clean windows, but most tap water contains minerals like calcium and sodium which will leave ugly marks on your window,' she explains. 

'If you need to use water to tackle a particularly dirty window make sure it's purified so your windows are left streak-free. 

Top tip: One to try, as seen shared on cleaning group forums is the quirky teabag cleaning hack. Apparently cold tea is the secret to gleaming, streak-free windows and glass. To try the teabag cleaning hack at home, use kitchen towel dipped into a mug of cold black tea. Wipe the tea over the surface and buff dry with a clean soft cloth.

3. Start with the frames

Start with the frames first, so you don't drip dirty water on clean panes. A wipe with a wet sponge should do the trick, but if they're very grubby, use mild detergent on wood or specialist cleaner on uPVC.

'Wash your frames with plenty of clean, warm soapy water (washing up liquid is suitable) and wipe dry with a clean, soft cloth,' recommends Rachael Munby from Anglian Home Improvements. She adds that you will have to take care depending on the what type of windows you have.

'Be careful when cleaning uPVC products with decorative finishes such as Dark Woodgrain, Golden Oak, White Foil, Anthracite Grey, and Dual products as they could cause damage to decorative surface.'

4. Use an S-shaped motion when cleaning the glass panes

(Image credit: Future Plc / David Giles)

Clean the panes of glass by sponging them down with warm soapy water. Dip a sponge or the foam part of a squeegee into the water, squeeze out the excess, then rub gently on the glass. To clean the window thoroughly work in an S-shape advises Cleaning expert Lynsey Crombie. 'With your microfibre cloth work in the shape of an S so you will get into every bit and that will stop the smears.'

5.

Wipe off any excess cleaner to prevent streaks

You can use a squeegee for a streak free finish. Also work in an S-shape. Periodically wipe the squeegee blade on a clean rag to avoid smearing dirt around. Remove remaining water with a damp chamois or microfibre cloth and dry the windowsill.

Avoid paper towels or cloths that might leave lint on the glass. For exterior upper-floor panes, it’s worth investing in a gadget with a U-shaped pole to avoid reaching out of top-floor windows!

Top tip: Picked up from years of working in a hairdressers filled with mirrors, use scrunched-up newspaper to wipe the glass clean. Buffing your windows with crumpled newspaper gives windows a sparkling finish. The paper helps to absorb any leftover cleaning fluid, leaving the surface streak free.

Rub in a circular pattern to wipe off dirt, then switch to a vertical, then horizontal, stroke until the liquid has disappeared.

6. Clean the window edges

(Image credit: Future PLC /David Brittain)

Finish by wiping off excess water or suds from the edges and windowsill using an absorbent cloth. Repeat the process on the inside of your windows.

Most window edges will be left gleaming after washing with soapy water. However, if you have white PVC Lynsey recommends using a cream based cleaner or a whitening product to keep them looking new. 'You could use a white toothpaste. Leave it to do its work and that will whiten the frame,' advises Lynsey.

7. Get the timing right

You might think washing windows on a sunny day is the ideal time, as the light makes it easier to spot smears. In reality, it’s best to aim for a cloudy day. Sunshine will create glare on the glass, making it harder to see how clean they are. It could also dry the cleaning solution before you have a chance to wipe it off, leaving unsightly streaks.

What is the best thing to clean a window?

There are loads of gadgets out there to help you cleaning windows easily. For example cleaning sensation Mrs Hinch swears by the Vileda Windomatic, available on Amazon , a window vacuum cleaner which acts like a supped up squidgee to ensure a streak-free finish. However, while gadgets like this are effective, at £70 they are also expensive. 

According to the experts you can still achieve effective results on a budget with soapy water, a squidgee and clean microfibre cloth. 

'There are lots of options when it comes to cleaning your windows,' says Dean Williams, Window Expert at MD Windows. 'If you’re looking for an at-home remedy, I’d recommend the simple, old fashioned way of using warm soapy water.'

'Ensure you’re using a squeegee so you can remove the streaks straight after giving the glass a clean. White wine vinegar is another at-home remedy, or you can simply buy a glass cleaner product to use if you need a quick fix.' 

How do you remove stubborn marks on windows?

If you're struggling to get your windows clean using  soapy water or a window cleaner, Leo Pyrah at Pilkington UK recommends trying something a bit stronger. 'Use a mild acid (e.g. vinegar) or a mild solvent (e.g. methylated spirit), taking care not to spill any of these on other surfaces of materials. '

However, never use and abrasive or harsh cleaning agent like bleach advises  Rachael Munby from Anglian Home Improvements, as they can cause lasting damage to the window itself.

15 ways to clean windows without streaks at home

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Transparent windows along with a sparkling stove and plumbing are the hallmark of a good housewife. Cleaning windows well, especially if you live in an apartment building on a high floor, is not an easy task, which is why many people only do it twice a year. It is not surprising that during this time a decent layer of dust has time to settle on the glasses, and precipitation leaves stains that take away a huge part of the light. You still need to be able to deal with such pollution! "Thermonuclear" store products can come to the rescue, but many housewives prefer less toxic folk methods. We figure out how to wash windows without streaks at home in order to get an excellent result that would last for a long time.

Basic rules for cleaning windows

Rain and snow, wind with dust, condensation, tobacco smoke, insect marks and fingerprints, children's games with paints and felt-tip pens are the main causes of window glass staining. Ideally, windows should be washed every three months. Downstairs residents may need more frequent cleanings, while perfectionists and pedantic cleaners may repeat washing procedures even more often. Regardless of how often you wash your windows, it is best to follow a series of simple rules:

With ready-made products, everything is clear: you need to make a choice based on reviews or your own instinct, apply on glass, wash them and evaluate the result. The choice of products is huge. Folk recipes are a whole storehouse of knowledge. If you are afraid of unnecessary trouble, we are in a hurry to please you: it is not difficult at all to prepare a window cleaner at home. As a rule, it is enough to mix several components, and then proceed as with a store-bought product.

Note that if soap is used or a composition that requires rinsing, then the procedure will be as follows: a solution is applied, the surface is wiped with a sponge, all the foam is removed from top to bottom, the glass is washed with clean water, then you can walk again with a screed, and now it remains to wipe the glass dry cloth, paper towels or newspaper.

#1. Newsprint

This is one of the oldest and most proven methods of , well known to anyone who has caught the Soviet era. In warm water, add dishwashing detergent, powder or grated laundry soap. Using a sponge, carefully wipe the frames, glass and handles, paying attention to especially dirty places. Now with clean water and a clean rag you need to rinse the glasses and start wiping them with crumpled newsprint.

The secret of this method lies in the fact that newsprint perfectly absorbs moisture, which is what you need when you need to quickly get rid of water and prevent streaks. What's more, the paper and the special composition of the ink give the glasses a characteristic sheen. This method was so popular and gave such excellent results that even today some housewives use newsprint along with store-bought products for best results.

Note that newspapers are not the only folk remedy intended for rubbing glass to a shine. For these purposes, you can even use nylon tights , which can easily be compared with microfiber in terms of efficiency.

#2. Chalk

This method also involves pre-washing the glass with warm soapy water. Then the windows are washed with a solution of chalk or tooth powder (2 tablespoons per 1 liter of water). When the glasses are dry, all that remains is to wipe them with a clean, dry cloth and enjoy the result: transparency and the absence of streaks are guaranteed.

#3. Vinegar

This recipe is fashionable to cook multifunction tool . Firstly, it will save you from stains, and, secondly, it will scare away insects, which, we recall, make a significant contribution to the process of glass pollution. To prepare the solution, you need to mix a glass of warm water and 50 ml of vinegar. It is most convenient to apply the product on the glass with a spray bottle and wipe the window dry with a soft cloth or napkin.

No. 4. Detergent + vinegar

Mix 0.5 l of water, 70 ml of vinegar and a teaspoon of powder or dish detergent. With the resulting solution, it is necessary to thoroughly rinse the windows, rubbing off all the dirt, now it remains to rinse the surface with water and wipe everything dry.

#5. Lemon or citric acid

Not everyone likes the smell of vinegar, and if you can classify yourself in this group of people, then vinegar can be replaced with citric acid, which has almost the same properties. In a glass of water, it is necessary to dissolve 50 ml of lemon juice, and then, using a spray bottle, apply the product on the glasses and wipe them with a soft, dry cloth. The apartment will smell nice with citruses.

There is also another variation of preparation. It is necessary to fill a liter jar with lemon peel (the volume may be different, it all depends on the amount of peel collected) and pour 9% vinegar solution. Let the solution infuse for 1.5-2 weeks, after which it must be filtered. The resulting liquid can be added to water and used to clean windows and floors. It will perfectly remove dirt and disinfect.

#6. Ammonia

Ammonia perfectly copes with the nicotine film, removes other impurities and disinfects. True, his smell is not pleasant, so after washing it is necessary to ventilate the room well. It is better to work in a protective mask so as not to damage the respiratory tract and not get poisoned.

To prepare a cleaning solution, mix 2 tbsp. tablespoons of ammonia and 2 cups of water. Then everything is according to the standard scheme: apply to glass and wipe thoroughly. This solution is great for washing mirrors and crystal. To convince you of the effectiveness of the product, we recall that most store window cleaners are based on ammonia.

If the glasses are heavily soiled, the composition can be strengthened by adding vinegar : in a glass of water you need to dissolve 1 tbsp. a spoonful of ammonia and 1 tbsp. a spoonful of vinegar. The latter is recommended by some to replace with technical or formic alcohol . The result will please you.

No. 7. Starch

Surprisingly, starch helps cope with very dusty windows without streaks. Based on it, many different folk recipes are built. The easiest is to prepare a solution: 1 tbsp. a spoonful of starch per 1 liter of water. The mixture is applied to glass, wiped with a sponge and left to dry. Then it remains only to wipe with a dry cloth, getting rid of the remnants of starch.

A variation of this method is to use raw potatoes . It must be cut and rubbed with a glass tuber. When the window dries, we remove the remaining starch with microfiber and enjoy the result without a hint of streaks.

What is the power of starch? The thing is that the glass is even and smooth only at first glance. In fact, it is full of dimples and scratches that water easily gets into, dries out and leaves stains. Starch is able to weaken hydrogen bonds, preventing the appearance of streaks.

No. 8. Starch + Alcohol + Vinegar

To prepare this remedy, we need 2 cups of water, 1 tbsp. a spoonful of starch, ¼ cup technical alcohol and ¼ cup vinegar. It is better to first dissolve the starch in warm water, and then add vinegar and alcohol. It is most convenient to prepare the mixture directly in the bottle, so that later, using a special nozzle, spray it onto the glass. Shake the solution well before use. After spraying, wipe it with a paper towel or dry cloth.

#9. Potassium permanganate

Potassium permanganate, popularly known as potassium permanganate, is used in various fields. It also works well for cleaning windows. It is necessary to dissolve a couple of tablespoons of potassium permanganate in water to get a light pink solution. Carefully make sure that all the crystals dissolve - they should not fall on the glass.

No. 10. Table salt

Regular salt removes light dirt and gives glass a unique shine. To prepare the product, it is enough to dissolve 2 tbsp in a glass of water. tablespoons of salt and the resulting solution wash the glass using microfiber.

No. 11.

Baking Soda + Vinegar

This famous and popular household steam is also useful for cleaning windows. Excellent she copes with children's drawings on the windows . In 2 liters of water, dissolve ¼ cup of baking soda and 100 ml of vinegar. You can take warm water so that the soda dissolves faster, since it is important that not a single crystal remains. Soda particles can scratch the glass. The resulting solution is applied to the contaminated surface and the consequences of children's creativity are carefully wiped off with the hard side of the sponge. The glass is then wiped dry with a paper towel.

No. 12. Onion

Experienced housewives know that onions are excellent to remove traces of flies . With half an onion, rub the contaminated areas until they are completely cleaned. Then it remains to rinse with water and wipe dry with a newspaper, or use any of the methods described above and below to further clean the glasses.

No.

13. Tea

Tea liquor also has good dirt handling properties. It is necessary to prepare a cup of strong tea infusion and add 3 tbsp. spoons of vinegar. It is recommended to apply this mixture on glass with a sprayer, wipe it with a cloth, and then rinse the glass with clean water. At the last stage, you can use the newspapers mentioned above.

#14. Glycerin

This product is not intended for washing, but for preventing pollution , more precisely, to slow it down, which is also important. When the glass is perfectly washed, you want to keep the result as long as possible, and this composition comes to the rescue, which makes the windows less “attractive” to dust.

The recipe is simple. It is necessary to mix 40 ml of water and 60 ml of glycerin, add 2-3 drops of ammonia, shake the resulting mixture well and wipe the glass with it. In addition, such a mixture will become a reliable protection against icing.

#15. Cornmeal

This product will also help prevent dust from accumulating on clean glasses. For 1 liter of water add 1 tbsp. a spoonful of flour and wipe with a glass solution.

How to clean windows from the outside?

If the window sashes open towards the apartment, then washing the windows from the outside can be quite simple, using one of the tools listed above. It will be more difficult if the doors are deaf or open outward. If we are talking about a private house, then a stepladder will solve the problem. For washing windows located at a decent height, you can use telescopic wiper . It has a long enough handle that can be bent at the desired angle, reaching the most inaccessible places. Another option is magnetic brush , which consists of two parts: one part with a brush is attached from the outside, the second - from the inside. The magnet allows you to hold the part with the brush and wash the glass in the most remote corners. Convenient, but you need a little patience.

Windows on the first floor outside may be stained with dried grains of sand. Rough ways to rub the glass to clean off dirt will not work in this case - you can only scratch the surface. It is best to apply a soapy solution to the contaminated areas for 10-15 minutes to soak the grains of sand, then it will be much easier to remove them. Then you can use any method of washing.

How to clean windows after repair?

Of course, it is better to cover the windows with paper in advance to prevent them from getting dirty, but everyone has the right to make mistakes. What's more, so many people get it wrong, so many ways have been found to deal with all sorts of dirt created during repairs:

In conclusion

We will not mention professional products and special wipes - the ubiquitous advertising will make it much better. Note that when washing windows, do not forget about your own safety. Wear gloves and use respiratory protection when handling pungent solutions. Do not stand on the windowsill - use a stepladder or a stable stool. It's better if someone backs you up. Do not use products based on aggressive solvents and abrasive particles. If there are scratches and small cracks on the glass, they can be covered with a transparent varnish. And remember that on sale there are windows with self-cleaning double-glazed windows, which are much less whimsical to maintain than ordinary glass.

Article written for remstroiblog.ru.

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Cleanly washed glass gives the whole room a well-groomed look. No wonder the housewives are constantly trying new means to achieve the desired effect.

How often should windows be cleaned?

Every housewife decides for herself how often she needs to clean her windows. If there is a large avenue nearby, the apartment is located on the first floor, washing should be done every 3 months .

If you live in a quiet place, high enough, cleaning 2 times a year - in spring and autumn is possible. But in any circumstances, using our advice, you can easily cope with this difficult task.

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5 best ways to clean windows

Each housewife has her own choice of detergent composition. But if you look at the components of even very popular aerosols presented in stores, it turns out that they contain acetic acid, ammonia.

So check out 5 easy ways to clean windows without streaks at home using what you have on hand.

Method 1: Vinegar

Vinegar is a household helper that cleans all glass, giving it a crystal shine and a fresh feeling in the room.

  1. A liter of water will require a few tablespoons of acetic acid. You can use the product both for cleaning at the end of the week, and during general cleaning. This is the easiest recipe for cleaning mix.
  2. If the glasses are very dirty, it is worth trying a more powerful option. The proportions are as follows: 3 liters of warm water, 6 large spoons of vinegar (table or apple), 100-150 g of chalk, the same amount of lime, salt.
  3. Add grated laundry soap (5 tablespoons) and the same amount of dishwashing gel to the mixture. Stir the ingredients well to dissolve them. Apply the mixture to the glass, and then remove it with a scraper. Take precautions: wear gloves!

As you can see, streak-free window cleaning with acetic acid is a very doable task.

Method #2: with ammonia

You can also use ammonia for washing.

  1. Take ammonia from the pharmacy and prepare a mixture. Only 5 drops are enough for a glass of water. Such a solution removes even strong pollution, removes the nicotine film, if you are used to smoking at home. The main disadvantage of this method is the pungent smell of the solution. You will have to work quickly, and after the end of the procedure, thoroughly ventilate the room.
  2. For dirty windows, this recipe is suitable. Dissolve a 100-gram vial of ammonia in 4 liters of water. Add the same amount of vinegar, 2 tablespoons of starch, a pinch of blue to enhance the washing result. An excellent effect will be obtained if all the ingredients are mixed, poured into a spray bottle and sprayed on the glasses. Then dry the surfaces with microfiber paper towels.

Ventilate the apartment after using strong-smelling products!

Method #3: using salt, starch, potatoes

At first glance, the products are badly associated with glass cleaning, but in fact, they have been used for streak-free window cleaning for a long time.

  1. If after a snowy frosty winter the windows look dirty, let in little light, it is enough to grease them well with potato halves, and then rub them with newspapers until they shine.
  2. If there are traces of flies on the windows, you can remove them with a bow: not only will the glass be washed, the flies will stop landing on them.
  3. 2 tablespoons of salt + a glass of water - a formula that will give an excellent effect when washing glass surfaces. In winter, the mixture will not allow the glass to freeze, giving it a crystal shine.
  4. Starch is used for cleaning plain and frosted glass. Enough 2 tablespoons per liter of water.

Food is the safest way to clean glass.

Method 4: with potassium permanganate and blue

Two chemicals are great for this tricky job.

  1. Manganese will help not only wash, but also disinfect windows. It is necessary to work with this substance carefully, since the crystals can leave indelible stains on frames, window sills. Carefully prepare the solution so that the liquid is light pink and all the manganese you have taken has dissolved without residue. A soft cloth is moistened in the solution and the glass is washed. To avoid stripes, streaks, remove excess moisture with newspapers in one direction, without smearing it on the surface.
  2. Do the same with blue. Make a blue solution. It is best to tie the bluing in a gauze bag and achieve the desired color by lowering it into water. So you get rid of the blue crystals that may be in the water, leaving stains on the surfaces.

Be careful when handling chemicals!

Method #5: With Glycerin

This simple remedy will help keep new windows fresh and update old ones.

  1. The solution is prepared as follows: half a glass of glycerin, a few drops of ammonia, 2 tablespoons of water. The composition helps to keep the glass from dirt, covering them with an inconspicuous film that protects the glass from dust.
  2. By the way, this cheap and affordable product protects windows from fogging and freezing.

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