How to Spring Clean Windows While Saving Money and Protecting The Environment

With spring upon us many will be looking to clean up those windows to let the sunshine in. Here is the secret to saving a few coins while being environmentally conscious.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• White Distilled Vinegar (1/4 cup)
• Liquid Dish Soap (just a dab)
• H2O (2 cups)
• Newspaper

1. Some that have tried cleaning windows with vinegar have complained of streaking. This problem is caused from a light wax build up on the glass that the vinegar itself cannot cut. The secret is to add just a bit of liquid dish soap and you will cut through the wax build up and eliminate any streaks.

2. Combine 2 cups of water with a 1/4 cup of white distilled vinegar in a spray bottle. Then just add up to but not more than 1/2 teaspoon of liquid dish soap. Be sure to label the bottle "keep out of reach of children".

3. Spray this solution liberally on glass surfaces and wipe in circular motion with common newspaper until clean. Newspaper works as affective if not better than paper towel. You can save money by not using paper towels and the solution itself is cheaper than the windex products.

Tips & Warnings

• Windows tend to streak less when they are cleaned during cool temperatures.
• This solution should not be ingested or sprayed in the eyes.

Resources

• eHow Spring Guide