Spring marks the end of winter—and the start of spring cleaning. Washing your windows is the ultimate way to brighten up your home.
However, cleaning glass without leaving streaks can be tricky. Follow these tips to make your windows shine.
Supplies
You’ll need the following supplies:
• White vinegar
• Warm water
• Spray bottle
• Lint-free or microfibre cloths
• Rubber squeegee
• Newspaper
Prepare your windows
Start by dusting the window frames and removing any dirt, such as insect debris and spider webs. To lift off stickers or adhesive residue, wet the area and scrape it off gently with a plastic scraper.
Wash the glass
Make a homemade cleaning liquid by mixing a three-to-one solution of water and white vinegar in a spray bottle. Generously spray this solution onto the glass. Use a cloth or squeegee to wipe it clean. Then, remove any liquid residue with a dry cloth. If you still notice streaks, dampen a piece of crumpled newspaper and rub it on the glass to achieve a streak-free finish.
If you don’t have the time or prefer not to wash your windows yourself, you can get an impeccable clean by hiring a professional window cleaning company. This will help you quickly check this task off your spring-cleaning to-do list.
Ideally, you should wash your windows on a cloudy day to prevent the cleaning solution from drying too quickly and creating unsightly streaks.
