3 Common Window Cleaning Mistakes That Can Damage Glass

Window cleaning is an important part of maintaining your home or business and should not be overlooked. Shiny, spotless windows have many benefits, like allowing more natural light inside, preventing window deterioration, and maintaining a clean appearance inside and out!

It’s difficult to know how to safely clean your windows the right way. Professional window cleaning is a reliable solution for having clean, damage-free windows throughout any season. 

However, it’s still important to understand some common cleaning mistakes that can damage your windows.

 

1. Wiping Windows With Paper Towels

Paper towels may seem like the best and most common option for wiping down your glass- but believe it or not, paper towels are not the way to go! In fact, cleaning with paper towels can scratch your glass, show streaks, and leave behind lint particles.

Instead, try a soft microfiber cloth to wipe down your glass. They’re not only super absorbent but will also leave your glass shiny and streak-free, without leaving behind particles.

 

2. Using Harsh Window Cleaning Solutions

It’s important to be careful when choosing a product to clean your windows with. Be sure to avoid any harsh sprays, like those containing solvents such as grease remover, chlorine bleach, ammonia, dyes, and strong soaps and detergents. These ingredients may discolor your windows or frames, and damage the glass.

Shine Window Cleaning guarantees a safe, clean finish with our ShineBright Crystal Water. To clean your windows, Shine uses an advanced purifying process to deliver the purest water on the market. Pure water dries spotless, leaving no residue on the window and no room for dirt to accumulate. Rather leave it to the pros? Request your free estimate today.

 

3. Using Blades To Remove Spots and Stains

Glass is prone to stains that can make your windows look cloudy and unkempt. A common strategy for removing pesky window stains is to scrape them with a razor blade or other abrasive– this is a big mistake! Rough or gritty materials can permanently scratch your windows and even damage their protective UV films. Instead, try using a squeegee. Squeegees can prevent mineral formation and remove streaks from cleaners. They’re also a great solution for quick cleaning and are effective at removing excess moisture, reducing the risk of bacteria growth or water spots.

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Contact Shine For Top-Quality Window Cleaning

Not sure all of the hassle is worth it? Keep your windows squeaky clean and safe from damage with Shine’s professional window cleaning services. We offer interior and exterior window cleaning, along with screens and tracks. Leave it to the professionals and contact us today for a free estimate.

 

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