In the business world, window cleaning in Bristol is proving to be extremely popular, especially in larger buildings that have more than one level. If you’ve ever tried cleaning windows yourself, you’ll know right away that the entire process is not as easy and as simple as professionals, such as window cleaning in Bristol companies, make it look. At first you may think it’s just a case of wiping the windows with warm soapy water, and then wiping it away again, but once dry, and you notice just how streaky your windows look, more often than not, you may ask yourself why you bothered, and would have much preferred to have left the windows in their original state. Ideally you should leave the window cleaning to the pros, but when window cleaning in Bristol companies are not an option for you, you may have no choice but to tackle the windows yourself. Here’s a look at a few handy tips designed to get you clean and sparkling windows every single time.
Get Rid of Dust
Dust is a window cleaner’s worst enemy, as if it is not removed properly before the cleaning begins, it can contaminate the water, make it dirty and murky, and can leave you with dull and dirty-looking windows when they dry. To ensure this never happens to you, begin by taking the time to remove any visible dust from around the window frames, the seals, and from the blinds and curtains in the vicinity. A hand brush, a duster, and a vacuum cleaner all used together will work very well at eliminating dust, then you can finish by going over things with a damp cloth.
Use Warm Soapy Water
Next, using a sponge, apply warm soapy water to the windows, and don’t be afraid to rub hard where there may be dirt or grime that is baked on there. Give them a thorough washing, making sure to get into all of the hard to reach areas, and then leave the suds to work their magic for a minute or two.
Remove As Much Water as Possible With a Squeegee
This is the very important part, as you need to ensure you have a squeegee on hand, and that you remove as much visible water from the windows as possible. There is an art to using a squeegee, so take the time to learn it, which you can easily do online. The results may not be as impressive as those achieved by window cleaning in Bristol companies, but they will still be very impressive if done correctly, and they shouldn’t leave any streaks or smears.
Don’t Wash Windows on a Sunny Day
When washing your windows, ideally you should choose a cloudy day, which is handy if you are indeed located in the UK, as cloud appears to be our weather of choice. Sunlight may make it easier for you to locate dirt and grime on the glass, it can also cause windows to dry too quickly, leaving them with streaks and burnt on water marks, that can be very difficult to remove. If washing the exterior however, ensure there isn’t any rain in the air, as rain can be just as detrimental as direct sunlight.