subject: Clean Your Patio Windows - The Proper Way [print this page] Patio windows are great because they open up the world and bring great views and natural light to your kitchen or living room. Watch the kids from inside or view a sunrise or sunset through large patio windows. They are great until the glass gets smudged by messy fingers and pets. Thankfully there are great cleaning tips and tricks you can use to keep the glass looking nice and new.
Do you clean your windows with paper towels and glass cleaning solutions? If so, do they leave streaks and unwanted residue? It's time to learn some new tricks to eliminate awful streaking and residue. Everything you need can be found in your pantry or around your house. Here's what you need--a spray bottle, white vinegar, warm water, and newspaper or large coffee filters. Why use these materials? Well, white vinegar contains ingredients to eliminate dirt, grease and any other residue, while newspaper and coffee filters don't leave behind lint like paper towels. Also, white vinegar does not contain ingredients that bother or inflame your skin.
Now that you have the proper materials assembled, go ahead and start cleaning those patio windows. As you clean the windows, start at the top and move toward the bottom. This will allow the cleaning solution to run and drip to the bottom as you clean in that direction. Use even strokes, which limits streaking and makes your windows look even better. Also, wait until the sun is shining so you can see debris and smudges better. This will help you to have a more exact clean and be pleased with your work.
As you clean your windows, look for damage of glass, framing, sealing and any other areas of the window. Inspection of your windows will help you catch damage early and eliminate larger problems from occurring in the future. If damage can be fixed easily, then go ahead and address the situation. If the damage is beyond your ability, then call a professional to examine your windows and fix any problems.
Maintaining your windows is more than cleaning them every now and then. Inspecting your windows for damage is important and will help you to have beautiful windows everyday. Keep white vinegar and newspaper or coffee filters handy for whenever you need to clean your patio windows. People will be surprised at how clean your windows are. Maybe you can pass the secret along.
