Window cleaning
Cleaning window frames
Plastic window frames tend to get dirtier than wooden ones, as they attract dust and become statically charged. Avoid wiping them dry, as this can cause scratches. First, remove loose dust with a small brush. Lightly soiled frames can then be cleaned with lukewarm water and a general-purpose cleaner. Make sure the frame is well moistened and allow the solution to work briefly before wiping it again with a damp cloth. Finally, wipe with a slightly moist cloth. For heavier dirt, use a grease-dissolving cleaner. Stubborn stains should be pre-treated: spray on the cleaner, let it sit, and remove the stains with a microfibre cloth.
Cleaning window panes
Spray small windows with Nefix glass cleaner and then dry them with the Benke microfibre window cloth. You can also use a damp universal microfibre cloth for pre-cleaning and then finish by drying with the microfibre window cloth.
Cleaning large windows
With the right tools and a few tricks, cleaning large windows is no problem. Here’s what a window cleaner’s basic equipment should include:
- a bucket with warm water and one or two drops of washing-up liquid
- a window washer with a microfibre sleeve
- a towel (preferably microfibre)
- a dry microfibre cloth
- a squeegee with a rubber blade
Even if your windows look especially dirty in bright sunlight, avoid cleaning them then — the water will dry faster than you can wipe, leaving streaks and smears. Choose a bright or slightly cloudy day with no rain and little wind for best results.
