How to Quickly Wash Windows After Winter?

It may seem like washing windows takes forever, but it's not actually the case. You just need to prepare everything in advance and follow this simple guide.

What do you need?

• sponge or brush with a long handle;
• two buckets: one with regular water and one with a soapy solution;

• clean cloth (microfiber);
• a large towel or fabric to cover the floor.

When is the best time to wash windows?

Early in the morning or closer to evening when the sun isn't shining directly into the glass. With bright sunlight, you won't see all spots and water on the glass will dry quickly. So cloudy days are the best time for cleaning.

How to properly wash windows?

Prepare a window cleaning solution

There are many window cleaning products available, but the most reliable one remains a soapy solution. Instead of soap, you can add one teaspoon of dishwashing detergent or white vinegar to the bucket of water.

Before starting to wash windows, cover the floor with a cloth or towel to protect it from drips.

Dry the frames and glass

For small windows, you can use a regular sponge: dip it into the bucket with soapy solution, then wring it out and wipe first the frame and then the window, not forgetting the corners.

For cleaning large windows, use a brush with a long handle. If it squeaks during washing, add a bit more soap to the water. Also, make sure to rinse the glass with clean water at the end of the cleaning: cleaning agents can damage the sealing material.

How to speed up the process? Choose one direction of movement, for example, from top to bottom. Circular motions leave streaks.

Dry the glass thoroughly

Window brushes come with a special rubber squeegee that helps dry the glass. Place it in the top-left corner of the window and move strictly vertically down to the bottom edge of the frame.

Then dry thoroughly and continue, each time placing the squeegee so that its left edge slightly overlaps the already cleaned area. At the end, dry all streaks on the glass and windowsill with microfiber cloth: it absorbs moisture very well.

How to speed up the process? When the rubber squeegee starts to fade, replace it with a new one: this way you'll avoid streaks on the glass and finish faster.

Don't forget about mosquito nets

They should be washed separately, preferably in the bathroom. To remove dust, rinse the entire net with water from a showerhead, and use a brush with stiff bristles and the same soapy solution to remove stains. Dry the net with a microfiber cloth.

What about the outside of the window?

Stained glass is more exposed to dirt outdoors. If you need to remove stubborn spots, apply the cleaning product directly to the sponge and wipe.

How to speed up the process? Wet the problem area with vinegar from a spray bottle, leave for five minutes and then wipe with a cloth.