How to Keep Glass Windows Clean

Clean windows can make your household more pleasant.

Glass windows can be challenging for homeowners to keep clean. In fact, window cleaning might be one of the household chores that you dread the most. One possible reason for this is because sometimes, glass windows can be neglected for weeks or even months. Then, when you finally do get around to cleaning them, the task is much more difficult and time consuming than it had to be. Instead, you can keep your glass windows clean with a little regular upkeep.

Things You'll Need

• Cloth
• Water
• Vacuum cleaner
• Lint-free cloth
• Glass cleaner

Instructions

1. Open your glass windows and use a damp cloth to wipe all the edges of the frame and the bottom of the window sill.

2. Put the dusting-brush attachment on your vacuum cleaner and remove any debris from the window screens.

3. Close the windows and cover them completely in window cleaner. They should not be dripping wet, but the entire window should be thoroughly covered.

4. Wipe off the window glass with a lint-free cloth. Wipe from left to right, rather than up and down, for better results.

5. Open the window back up and pop out the screen. Spray glass cleaner onto your lint-free cloth and reach out to clean the outside with vertical, rather than horizontal, wipes. Tilt-in windows are easier to clean because you can just tilt them in to clean the outside panes.

Tips & Warnings

• If you can't get to the outside of your windows from the inside, remove the screens and close the window. Then, blast them using a high-powered spray nozzle on your hose.

References

• Good Housekeeping: Quick Window-Cleaning Tips