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I only clean windows for holidays, yet they are always perfectly clean. Discover my secret!

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Clean Windows: Enhancing Your Home’s Beauty

Sparkling windows are the finishing touch when tidying up your home. Regular cleaning is essential, as they accumulate dust, street grime, and fingerprints. However, this task can be quite time-consuming and requires effort, leading many to only tackle it a few times a year, typically before major holidays. There is a simple solution to keep your windows gleaming for longer.

Tips for Streak-Free Window Cleaning: Weather Matters

Before starting your window cleaning, consider the weather conditions. Avoid cleaning on hot days, as water evaporates quickly, leaving streaks behind. Achieving a flawless finish may require multiple washes, which is more work than anyone wants. Similarly, avoid cold or rainy days, as water can freeze, causing scratches. The best time to clean windows is on a cloudy, dry day.

Pro Tip: Clean windows on the east and west sides of your home between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., and those on the north side in the morning.

The Secret to Shiny Windows: A Budget-Friendly Solution

For window cleaning, use microfiber cloths with a weight of 250-300g/sqm and a rubber squeegee to remove excess water. Instead of spending on expensive cleaning products, spend just 5 zloty at the drugstore. With this, you can purchase 50 grams of glycerin, which is an effective game-changer for cleaning.

  1. Add a teaspoon of glycerin to a bowl of water,
  2. Mix well,
  3. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle,
  4. Spray the solution onto the windows and wipe with a cloth.

Glycerin forms a protective barrier, preventing dust and contaminants from settling on the windows and keeping them cleaner for longer. This method is also effective for cleaning mirrors.