How to Use a Squeegee

By Heather Orr

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Squeegees are typically hand-held tools. They have a smooth rubber blade and are commonly used to remove excess water from glass or windows after they have been cleaned to prevent streaking.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Squeegee
  • Cloth
  • Window or glass
Step1
Put the rubber blade of the squeegee onto the top of the glass and pull it downward in one consistent motion.
Step2
Now wipe the blade with a cloth. Chamois leather works best.
Step3
Put the squeegee blade back at the top of the glass overlapping slightly where you just used the squeegee.
Step4
Tilt the squeegee towards the wet area to avoid forcing water to run back into the already dry area of the glass.
Step5
Repeat the downward motion and blade wiping until the glass is completely dry and streak-free.

Tips & Warnings

  • Once you are comfortable using the squeegee, you will be able to develop your own technique possibly using swivel or fan motions.

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Article By: Heather Orr

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