How to Make Natural Glass Cleaners

Make your glass tabletops and windows shine flawlessly with your own, natural, homemade solutions. They’re no trouble to make and work as well as the stuff you buy at the store.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Water
• Crumpled newspaper
• Rubbing alcohol
• Cornstarch

How to Clean Glass With a Natural Solution

1. Combine 1/4 cup white vinegar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch and 1 quart warm water in a spray bottle. Shake vigorously.

2. Spray liberally onto a glass surface, such as a mirror or window.

3. Wipe the glass dry with crumpled newspaper for lint-free results and buff to a shine.

How to Make Other Glass-Cleaning Solutions

1. Use undiluted vinegar in a spray bottle with a splash of lemon.

2. Use a 1/2 cup of lemon juice and 2 cups of water in a spray bottle.

3. Use 1/2 cup vinegar or lemon juice, 2 cups water and 1/4 teaspoon vegetable oil based soap to wash glass.

4. Mix 1/2 cup cornstarch with 2 quarts warm water and apply with sponge before wiping with a towel.

5. Use rubbing alcohol as an effective alternative to glass cleaner.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not wash windows or glass when the sun is on them or if they are warm. This causes the solution to dry too quickly, creating unwanted streaks.