In keeping homes and offices clean, windows are some house parts that are most times ignored. Probably because of their nature of being behind drapes, they do not get so much attention like other interior items. Window cleaning is very essential in having a completely clean home, it should therefore be treated seriously.

There are several types of windows, each having its own required treatment. Before going ahead to wash them, home and office owners must ascertain the type of windows they have in their building. Administering the wrong treatment to windows will harm them rather than keep them clean.

Vinyl windows are very delicate. They can easily be scratched so utmost care should be taken when washing them. A soft cloth and some vinegar will help to keep them clean. Some detergent could also be used where vinegar is not available. Using a hard cloth or sponge will leave scratches on vinyl windows hence the need for soft cloth.

Other types of windows include glass. This is the most common type that is used in building structures. It is tougher, more resistant to scratches and more easily cleaned than any other type of window. Washing agents that contain alcohol and ammonia could be applied on glass without causing any damage. Though it is tough in nature, it must be treated with extreme care.

There are also tinted windows and they are quite as common as glass windows. To maintain the tinting effect of this type of windows, care should be taken when washing them. Mild soap and a soft cloth will do for this purpose. No harsh soaps must be used. Any washing agent that contains ammonia must not be used on tinted windows as this could affect the tint in them.

Apart from cleaning products that can be purchased in the market, home made products could be used to maintain windows. Some common solutions include mixing equal portions of water and vinegar. When used on glass, it could help to maintain and keep them sparkling. Club soda is another good alternative for taking care of windows.

When trying out home based products however, there should never be a mixture of alkaline and acid components. A good example is mixing ammonia and vinegar together. This gives off a neutralizing effect and the solution will be non effective.

Before washing windows, excess dirt and dust should be wiped off using a rag. Going ahead to clean with excess dust will only create a muddy wash. Washing when the sun is high is not also advisable as this will make the washing solution to get dried very quickly even while still at it. The end result will be the presence of dirt lines. It is better to clean when the sun is not hot, preferably on cloudy days. Waking up early to clean or doing so at late evenings is another good option.

When done with all the washing, a dry towel should be used to wipe over the glass surface when it is dried. This restores shine to it. Some people achieve this effect by using old newspapers. A blackboard duster could also do the job. There are window cleaning companies that specialize in offering commercial services to homes and business offices. They could be hired to take care of windows if time will not permit home and business owners to do so themselves.

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