Washing windows is an activity known to everyone, but performing it correctly is not easy. For most of us, this is exhausting and time-consuming work. This may turn out to be a very simple task if we prepare for it properly. The most important thing is to find the right product. It is worth choosing a detergent designed specifically for cleaning windows. Otherwise, streaks may appear on the windows after washing.
From the article you will learn:
- When is the best time to wash windows?
- What should be a good window cleaner?
- What other surfaces can you use a versatile glass cleaner to clean?
Time to clean windows – when is the best time?
Windows should not be washed if the weather conditions are unfavorable. Too strong sun rays dry out the water and streaks remain on the surface. However, during frost, glass is more delicate and may crack when in contact with warm water, and freezing water may pose an additional problem. When washing windows, we may encounter problems such as: streaks, uncleaned surfaces, and irritating smell of the liquid. A rainy day is also not the best time to clean windows. In a very short time, the effects of our work will be destroyed because streaks and streaks will appear on clean windows. The wind is not our ally either. With its help, dust and dirt will settle on the glass surface, especially if it is raining.
Versatile uses of windshield fluids
Glass cleaning products have versatile uses. In addition to cleaning windows, they can be used to clean mirrors, crystals, enameled and laminated surfaces, car windows, glass facades, and stainless steel elements.
There are various types of window cleaning products on the market. These include: ready-to-use window cleaning liquid or concentrate, wet wipes, window foam, window gel. The most important thing is to obtain a satisfactory effect after using the selected product. When choosing it, you should take into account the size of the surfaces to be cleaned, the frequency of use, and your own preferences.
Features of a good glass cleaner
A good glass cleaner should:
- dry quickly,
- clean the surface well,
- do not leave streaks
- have a pleasant smell.
Most supporters are foam and window cleaners – ready to use. The glass cleaning liquid is dispensed onto a larger surface. However, the foam flows slower and therefore remains in contact with the surface longer.
Effect of window cleaning fluid
How do glass cleaning products work to make them effective in cleaning glass surfaces? During the cleaning process, dirt is separated from the glass surface. The pH of the surface changes, which leads to the decomposition of substances that make up dirt. Moreover, the hydrogen bonds responsible for binding dirt to the surface are broken. Glass cleaning products also reduce water hardness. This causes it to better wet the cleaned surface and dissolve dirt. Window cleaning fluids also cause the oxidation of dirt.
Clinex glass products
The Clinex brand offers several glass cleaning products: Clinex Glass Foam , Clinex Glass , Clinex Nano Protect Glass and Clinex PROFIT Glass .
Clinex Glass Foam is a foam product, while Clinex Glass is a liquid. These are ready-to-use products that remove the most persistent, dried dirt and grease, and even insects. They are enriched with antistatic agents that delay dust accumulation.
Nanotechnology in glass products
Clinex Nano Protect Glass deserves special attention. It is distinguished by the fact that it does not contain alcohol. However, it contains silicon nanoparticles that fill micro-scratches on the glass surface, preventing dirt and water vapor from entering the glass. This means that the surface does not get dirty so quickly, and the subsequent washing process is significantly simplified.
In turn, Clinex PROFIT Glass is a superconcentrate with antistatic properties. It is very efficient. It spreads easily and dries quickly without leaving streaks. It contains polymer, so the surfaces are protected against rapid re-deposition of dirt and are easier to keep clean. Glass cleaning concentrates are convenient to use when we want to clean very large surfaces, e.g. glass facades, and when we want to wash small, movable decorative elements, e.g. crystal or glass dishes and decorations.
Solution or concentrate?
You can choose between glass cleaning liquids in the form of concentrate and solution. The solution is easier and faster to use and does not require prior mixing with water. It is recommended to use it every day. It works very well in the household, but for large glass surfaces, a better solution is to choose a concentrate, which, as in the case of Clinex Profit Glass, is diluted with water. When it comes to this particular product, the proportions will be 0.1-2% (50-200 ml of the agent per 10 liters of water). They are available in larger capacity packages, so they last for a long time. For this reason, they are used primarily in public buildings.
Easy window cleaning plan
The effectiveness of removing dirt from glass surfaces is largely determined by the method and technique of washing them. First, we always clean the window frame. Thanks to this, when washing the windows, we will not get any dirt that accumulates on them. The next stage is to get rid of dust, i.e. preliminary cleaning of the windows. We use a dry cloth with antistatic properties, e.g. microfiber. We wash the windows from the outside first. We start from the top and move towards the lower parts of the glass. We also repeat this process on the inside of the glass. Finally, remove excess water very carefully to avoid streaks and streaks.
Clean windows are a showcase not only of a home, but also of any office. They let in light and add coziness to any interior. It is worth taking care of windows and other glass surfaces (e.g. doors) not only for aesthetic reasons, but also to extend their life. The most important thing is to choose the right preparation that will facilitate the washing process and achieve the expected effect. It must not only be convenient to use, but also have the ability to remove more difficult dirt without leaving streaks and stains.
Summary
- We do not wash windows in strong sunlight, frost, rainfall and strong wind.
- The window cleaner can also be used to clean mirrors, crystals, enameled and laminated surfaces, car windows, glass facades, and stainless steel elements.
- A good glass cleaner dries quickly, cleans well, does not leave streaks and has a pleasant smell.
- Clinex products include the following agents for cleaning glass surfaces: Clinex Glass Foam, Clinex Glass, Clinex Nano Protect Glass and Clinex PROFIT Glass.
- Silicon nanoparticles in Clinex Nano Protect Glass fill micro-scratches on the glass surface, preventing dirt and water vapor from entering the glass.
