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Adrianna Noton
Windows form part of the house but they tend to be ignored most times when it comes to keeping the home clean. Windows are not given as much attention as other household items, probably because they are hidden behind the curtains. Window cleaning is important and must be treated as such. There are different types of windows and each type requires special treatment. Home owners should endeavor to know the exact type of window in their homes. Giving a particular type of window the treatment meant for another will only make it loose its shine. 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. Glass windows are tougher in texture that vinyl. These types are the most commonly used of all windows. They are more tolerant to cleaning agents and will not be harmed by components like ammonia or alcohol. They are more resistant to stains and scratches. Even though they are not as delicate as vinyl, they still require that they be handled with utmost 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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