Spring Cleaning Countdown: Windows


By WomansDay.com Staff

Spring Cleaning for your Windows

Photo by: JIU

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Washing windows can seem like a laborious chore, but with the right tips, tools and techniques, the task can be accomplished in record time:

1. Clean inside and outside of windows. Remember that commercial window cleaners can harm the paint or varnish of ledges, so take care not to let the solution drip off the glass. Use crumpled newspaper as your rag for a streak-free finish.

2. Clean corners and remove cobwebs. Use a soft toothbrush or cotton swab to access those hard-to-reach corners.

3. Clean sill and dust ledges. For sills (on the inside of the window), make the surface shine with either soap and water or a surface cleaning product. For ledges (on the outside), be sure to use a soft, dry rag to remove dirt, as a wet cleaner may damage the wood.

4. Dust blinds. Use cotton gloves, paper towels or dryer sheets and run them lightly across slats; open, close and repeat to remove any residual dust.