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Why It’s Important to Clean Your Windows and Screens

Window screens are a great way to keep bugs out of your home, but they can also be a huge source of dirt and grime. Whether you’re dealing with level one light soiling or level four caked-on hardened dirt, it’s important to clean your windows and screens regularly to keep them looking their best. Learn more!

Dust

Dust is made up of a variety of small airborne particles. These include sand, dirt, pollen, dust mite feces, and dander from pets.

Most of us don’t think about dust as a problem, but it can be harmful to our health and the environment if we don’t clean it off regularly. It can also aggravate allergies and asthma by triggering a runny nose and itchy eyes.

Keeping the windows and screens clean helps keep the air inside your home fresh, cool, and safe for you and your family. To get started, you’ll need a lint-free cloth and a spray bottle filled with a mix of equal parts vinegar and water.

Next, dip a rag in the cleaning solution and wring it out well. Work from top to bottom, and then rinse with a clean rag and plain water. You can repeat this process until all the screens have been thoroughly cleaned. Afterwards, dry them completely.

Wash

Window screens are an integral part of your home’s overall appearance, so they should be cleaned frequently. How often depends on the location and climate, but a good rule of thumb is to give them a thorough wash about once per month.

Level one (not too dirty): Your screens are a little bit of a mess, but not so much that you’re going to have to do much work to clean them up. You may have a few caked-on spots that are hard to get out, but you can probably brush them away with a wet lint brush or a sponge and some elbow grease.

Then, you can give them a quick rinse with household ammonia or dish soap, or try some natural cleaners like vinegar and warm water. Don’t use any harsh chemical cleaners, because these can irritate your eyes and respiratory tract.

Rinse

Window screens are an important part of your home and they are there to prevent insects and debris from entering your house. They also help you enjoy a breeze outside.

To make sure your windows and screens are clean and ready for you to enjoy them, you should rinse them regularly. This will ensure you can easily see out of your windows and will keep them looking their best.

Start by making a solution of dish soap and water in a spray bottle. Use a little bit of dish soap on each window and spray the entire exterior of the glass until it is covered.

Soak the windows and screens for about 10 minutes to remove any dirt and grime that may have accumulated during the day. Then, rinse off the soapy water using a hose and lay out your screens on a towel to dry.

Rinsing your windows and screens will get rid of most loose dirt, dust and stains. However, if you find any stubborn stains, you can try some homemade cleaners.

Dry

Dry windows are not hard to achieve, but it takes a little practice. The last thing you want is to clean your windows, have them look clear and then step back to see streaks, smudges or dirt spots.

So here are a few tips to keep in mind when it comes to drying your windows and screens.

First, remember to pick the right day for this task. Bright sunny days can leave a window looking streaky before you even have a chance to wipe it down, so work on a cloudy day when the sun will be lower in the sky and the air will be cooler.

Next, don’t forget to apply the window cleaner solution evenly to the window. If you apply too much solution, it will dry and form a muddy mess that will be difficult to remove later. Browse next article!