Are you a window cleaning ninja? Or, do you find it just a little intimidating? After all, there seems to be a never-ending stream of sources to conspire against a crisp view out our windows: fingerprints from kiddos, nose bumps from Fido, and grime from cooking. You care a lot about the presentation of your windows, so much so that you invested in elegant Folding Arm Awnings for the exterior of your house. But does that mean you should be hiring services such as NICK’S Window Cleaning every week?

Never fear! The Cleaning Crew’s got your back. Here are 6 time-tested window-cleaning tips to get those windows sparkling and streak-free, not to mention moving you closer to Window Cleaning Ninja status!

1. Clean Those Window Sills & Tracks!

Knowing how to clean window frames and sills properly will not only keep them looking great but will also keep them in better working condition to extend the life of your windows.

• Use your vacuum’s soft bristle brush to vacuum the window’s interior track. While you’re at it, you may as well vacuum the whole interior frame. Use a dry, soft bristled paint brush to sweep dirt out of any hard to reach crevices.
• Dip the another paint brush into soapy water and use this to swish any stubborn dirt out of the crevices. Follow up with a quick rinse with the damp, clean rag.
• The good news: Regular dusting will help prevent dirt from collecting.
• The bad news: Windows are natural dust magnets. Eventually you will have to repeat the process.

3. Create Your Own Window Cleaner

Windows get dirty, but you don’t need to reach for chemical cleaners to return them to a sparkling shine. Here at The Cleaning Crew, we’ve been using natural, nontoxic ingredients for decades. For windows, we recommend the following vinegar solution!

Using a 32 oz spray bottle,

Add the following ingredients:

• 1/8 cup rubbing alcohol (70% or higher isoprophyl content)
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 3 to 10 drops of essential oil (we like mint), depending on how much fragrance you want.

Fill the rest of the way with water, shake well.

We use either all cotton rags or a microfiber cloth to wipe windows clean with this recipe.

4. When You Clean Windows Makes a Difference

The best time to wash windows is on a cloudy or overcast day. Although you might be thinking you can work on your tan, cleaning windows on a sunny day dries cleaning solution more quickly and can cause streaking.

Your best bet is to choose a cloudy day or work when the temperature isn’t above 70°F outside. However, if you’re wanting to hone your window cleaning skills, try cleaning in the direct sun, when the glass is hot and your solution is evaporating fast on glass! Treat it as a competition and you’ll to sharpen your window washing skills! You might try using the super swirl squeegee technique to dry glass immediately after you’ve finished scrubbing window and you’ll end up with a brilliant streak-free shine.

5. Mind Your Window Woodwork

Over time, excess water and cleaners can cause damage to the framed wood areas of our mirrors and windows. What to do?

1. Avoid spraying too much cleaner at once. Instead spray the window in small sections working from the top down to the bottom of the glass. Try to avoid allowing the solution to pool at the bottom of the window.
2. Use a spare rag or microfiber cloth to remove any excess water or solution.

6. How to Achieve Professional Streak-Free Window Cleaning Status

Want to get serious about your window cleaning? Then take a few tip from the pros.

Equipment:

• Microfiber window scrubber like this one from Amazon. You can add a pole if needed.
• Next you’ll need a squeegee.
• Or, you can grab a combo like this.
• While any 5-gallon bucket will do, a 3-gallon wide format works best. Just a few drops of Mrs. Meyers All Natural Dish Soap will make a perfect window cleaning solution.
• Lint-free microfiber cloth or lint-free cotton rags

Now, get out there and let the sun shine in!

Remember, we’re committed to helping our neighbors achieve amazing results cleaning their own homes. But, if you need the help of a professional, we’ve been providing superlative window cleaning for more than 27 years!

For the month of May we’re offering a Window Cleaning Special.

Get $25 off minimum $100 job.

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~ The Cleaning Crew

PS. Have any window cleaning questions? Or, have a few window cleaning tips of your own? Leave a comment below!