subject: Cleaner Windows For A Brighter View [print this page] Its always sunny Philadelphia, or so does the popular comedy sitcom suggests, that anyone would want to appreciate the sunny skies even from inside the house. Imagine now your disappointment upon looking out your glass window and seeing thick layers of dust and grime in place of bright clouds of blue. Let not dirty windows cloud your view by being your own personal window cleaner. Philadelphia just got sunnier.
First things first, get all the necessary equipment clean sponges, soft cloths, squeegee, soap, buckets, garden hose and foldable ladders. Invest in good quality cleaning tools or buy in bulk for you will be scrubbing windows on a regular basis. Its highly unlikely that youll do a one-time cleaning job thus making you willing to spend on supplies. Shop around for good deals and look online or at wholesale stores for equipment. Its also advisable to get environment-friendly cleaning products so as not to contribute to pollution.
Know what state your windows are in to know whether you have to hose down for long. Its particularly hard for some types of dirt to come off, say, heavily accumulated grime or bird droppings. Before you even turn on your water source, be sure that all windows are closed tightly lest you put your home at risk of flooding.
Bring out the softest cloths and sponges to make sure that all traces of dirt would be wiped off the surface. Best to use the lint-free types to make for a smoother clean. Have a particular cleaning technique, be it horizontal or vertical strokes but veer away from applying circular motions so as not to spread the dirt around. Dont forget to place a bucket filled with a mixture of chemical-free soap and water within arms reach.
Wash off all the soap so it wont leave nasty streaks once the surface is dried up. For drying, use soft, lint-free cloths that wont leave particles after wiping. When done with the outside, move to the inside part of your windows. As youre indoors, a hose is not advisable; use a soap and water mixture from a bucket instead. Careful not to soil your other furniture as you wouldnt want your house to smell like a wet dog.
Enjoy a brighter, sunnier view from inside with your freshly cleaned windows.
