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Window Cleaning Got You Down? 4 Easy Ways To Keep Them Spotless

17 April 2015

Felecia Coleman

Windows are perhaps the most troublesome part of any home to clean. If you're like most people, you probably try to avoid window cleaning until it becomes absolutely necessary. Constantly trying to get rid of things like streaks, hard water spots or condensation on humid days can leave you wishing you didn't have to clean them at all. Stop stressing. There are some easy ways to get your windows clean and condensation-free.

Remove Hard Water Deposits

If your exterior windows get hit with a steady stream of sprinkler water, you probably have hard water deposits on the glass. Those spots can be tough to get rid of with store-bought cleaners. Here's a simple way to remove the spots.

Supplies You'll Need

• Spray bottle

• 4 tablespoons each of vinegar and ammonia

• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice

• Scrubbing sponge

• Soft cloth

Directions

1. Fill your spray bottle with water.

2. Add your vinegar, ammonia and lemon juice.

3. Spray your windows and leave the cleaning solution in place for about 5 minutes.

4. Scrub your windows with a damp scrubbing sponge.

5. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

6. Repeat to remove stubborn spots.

Get Rid of the Streaks

For a streak-free shine, you're going to need to reach for the rubbing alcohol. With a little bit of rubbing alcohol, your windows will sparkle without the stubborn streaks.

Supplies You'll Need

• Spray bottle

• ¼ cup of rubbing alcohol

• 2 tablespoons of dish detergent

• Soft cloth

Directions

1. Fill your spray bottle with warm water.

2. Add the rubbing alcohol and dish detergent to the water.

3. Spray your windows and wipe clean with a soft cloth.

Say "So Long" to Greasy Fingerprints

If you're windows are filled with greasy fingerprints, you can get rid of the grease and grime using something that's probably in your refrigerator. You'll need a can of generic cola and a damp sponge. Simply pour the cola on a sponge and wash your windows. Once the windows are covered with soda, use a soft cloth to wipe them dry.

Bid Farewell to Foggy Windows

If you are plagued with foggy windows on humid days, you can eliminate the problem with one common household product: shaving cream. Place a palm-sized amount of shaving cream in your hand and rub it on to your windows. Scrub the window with a damp sponge and then wipe it dry with a clean cloth. Your windows will be clear, even on the most humid days.

You don't have to dread window cleaning. These simple solutions will help you tackle all your worst window cleaning headaches. If you're in a bind and don't have time to do the necessary work, a company like Clear Blue Window Cleaners can get the job done for you.

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