How to Protect a Windshield From Ice
It is hard enough to get out of bed on a cold winter morning without having to deal with ice and frost on your car windshield. You get bundled up to face the winter chill and then have to spend time in the cold scraping off the ice. But you don't have to struggle with ice on your windshield. Instead, you can protect your windshield from accumulating ice in the first place. You can try several different options, and all should be done the night before ice is expected.
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Things You'll Need
- De-icing spray product
- Vinegar or rubbing alcohol
- Water
- Dish soap
- Spray bottle
- Car cover
- Old blanket
Instructions
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Spray a commercial ice prevention liquid on the car's windshield at night before a frost is expected. Follow the instructions on the label for proper application.
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Mix three parts vinegar or rubbing alcohol with one part water in a spray bottle. Spray the windshield thoroughly.
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Mix dish soap and water in a spray bottle. The mix should feel soapy to the touch. Spray the windshield thoroughly.
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Purchase and use a car cover that is designed to prevent ice formation. If you don't want to purchase a car cover, use an old blanket instead. Lift the windshield wipers up off the windshield. Place the blanket across the windshield. Pull it tight and secure it in place by closing it in the front passenger and driver doors, then lower the windshield wipers against the blanket. In the morning, remove the cover or blanket to reveal an ice-free windshield.
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Tips & Warnings
When using one of the sprays described in this article, improve driving safety by also spraying the side windows and rear windshield.
References
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