Year-round it can feel like the elements are against us when it comes to keeping our windows clean. Whether it’s the kids’ fingerprints, the ‘sand rain’ that we’ve seen come over from the Sahara, bird mess or general dirt and debris on your windows and doors; unclean glass looks unsightly! It can dull our rooms and give an otherwise spick-and-span home a scruffy outlook. But we’re here to share some pointers for keeping your windows and doors looking spotless whatever the season!
Minimal effort window-cleaning
Let’s face it, the time-poor of us will pay a professional window cleaner to wash our window exteriors. But if you want the insides to be clean too (why wouldn’t you?!), or if hiring a cleaner is not in your budget, or even if you want to do an interim clean to keep things sparkling; then here are some top window cleaning tips:
Clean before you clean
Give your windows and doors a brush down with a duster or a soft-bristled brush before you start the clean. Going straight in with sprays and damp cloths is only going to smear the surface grime around your windows. And don’t forget to give the frames a wipe-down as well.
The right tools for the job
We’ve said it before, we swear by soapy water and a decent squeegee for window cleaning, butmany people prefer distilled vinegar and use microfibre cloths. Either is great for regular windowcleaning. Specialist products can work wonders when dirt has built up, but you must be careful not to damage the glass.
Tackling really dirty windows
If it’s been a while since your windows have been cleaned you may choose to use a heavy-duty product and it goes without saying, you should always read the label. We recommend spraying any chemicals onto your cloth or sponge rather than directly onto the panes in order to avoid damaging the glass or frame and always wear gloves. Alternatively, washing up liquid and elbow grease is a great, cost-effective way to cut through filth and stains such as calcium markswhich are all too common in hard water areas like where we are based in Suffolk.