You might or might not clean windows yourself. If you do then these tips will come in handy. If you don’t, these tips will still come in handy. Even if you choose to get a professional service to clean your windows knowing what it involves will give you the upper hand because you will be able to tell whether or not they are doing the job as it should be done.
Products
There are many window cleaning products in the market. There are even cleaning solutions that can be put together at home. These solutions can be made out of vinegar, alcohol, ammonia, borax etc. It is always a good idea to check on the product that the company you have hired is using. If it a self made concoction ask for the ingredients. The most important tip to remember is never mix and acid and an alkali to make a cleaning solution. They neutralise each other and all you will be left with are dirty windows!
The process
In order to achieve the best results while window cleaning, there is a very simple process that needs to be followed.
Wipe off all the excess dirt
Spray the windows with water and then the cleaning solution
Use a squeegee to wipe off the solution and dry the window. You can also use a soft cloth.
Dealing with stains that are stubborn
Many a times window panes tend to get stains on them that will not budge with cleaning. The stains could be in the form or dried up paint for example. In cases like this the regular window cleaning services will just not work. But there is a way. All you really need is a blade of a razor. Gently scrapping off the stain works beautifully.