1/2 teaspoon dish detergent
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 cups water
I initially had reservations that a homemade method would not remove grime successfully or leave spots behind; however, my friend shared that she had experimented with a dish soap and vinegar solution, and the process was almost effortless. To begin, I mixed two cups of water with 1/2 teaspoon of dish detergent and 1/4 cup of white vinegar, enough to cover the windows at the front of my home. However, if you’re working with a particularly large surface area, then you may want to expand on this measurement to cater to your windows. After creating the solution, I proceeded to pour it into a spray bottle (I use this glass spray bottle from Amazon(opens in new tab)) before spraying it on the inside of my windows and using a sponge to wipe the liquid away. After this, I used a large microfiber cloth(opens in new tab) (also from Amazon) to rub the solution in a Z-shaped motion – to stop those notorious smears. View between the kitchen island and units towards the bi-fold doors to the garden with skylights overhead(Image credit: Jessica Buckley, Mary Wadsworth)After following this method inside, I did the same on my exterior window before observing the results, and I can say that I was very impressed. Both my interior and exterior windows were shiny and completely spotless – and I wondered why I had let myself wait so long before giving them the clean they needed. The entire process took no longer than 30 minutes – and I’ve already enjoyed the benefits of a clean window for weeks. And much like using baking soda to clean windows, I found I was able to use the ingredients in my every day – as both dish soap and vinegar and essentials in my daily cleaning routine. I was, inevitably, pleased with my results and was surprised that such a simple (and non-toxic) solution had achieved the cleanness I desired. Therefore, I sought the expertise of Corbin Mason-Smith, the owner of Superior Exterior Cleaning(opens in new tab), to see what makes the solution so powerful – and see if he had any tips to accentuate this window treatment idea further. Elegant white kitchen with cozy window seat, kitchen island with marble top, rounded glass pendant light, wooden flooring, white furniture and cabinets(Image credit: Paul Raeside)’Dishwashing soap is a key ingredient in a window cleaning solution,’ Corbin says. Before explaining how microfiber towels are best for wiping the frames and any streaks, should you leave any in the process? I tend to use 1/2 teaspoon of dish detergent, as suggested. However, the expert warns that you may need more if you are cleaning on a warmer day.’The amount of cleaning solution that will go on a window will depend on the weather. If it is a sunny day, then the glass will require more solution on it than if it is a cooler day,’ the expert says. He adds that when you are cleaning windows indoors, you should place an old bath towel at the base of the window to catch any excess solution.
From: https://www.homesandgardens.com/life-design/i-use-this-dish-soap-solution-for-streak-free-windows
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