Cleaning the glass surfaces and glassware are not
given equal importance by us-right? While we take utmost care of the glass
items in our kitchen, we don't give the same attention to the other glassed
areas such as windows, mirrors and doors. We think just a wipe with a dry cloth
is enough to clean them.
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No, obviously
not enough, Recently I happened to read an useful article regarding home glass
maintenance and I am happy to share the gist of it here.
You can find
different products for cleaning glass but some of them are too abrasive and
will actually damage our glassware. Here are a few tips to help you keep the
glass in your house cleaner using only natural products.
Don't
clean your windows when the sun is shining brightly. It will dry the panes too
quickly, leaving streaks. Wait for a dull day and you'll get better results
If
ammonia doesn't get rid of a chemical build up in your glassware, smear the
glass surface with Vaseline (petroleum jelly) and leave overnight,
or longer. Then wipe off and wash clean.
Methylated
spirits
rubbed on the outside panes of your windows will make them shine in a way
you've never seen before. It will also bring out the iridescence to produce a
blaze of sparkle and color.
Many people
have reported having great results cleaning their glass using toothpaste. I
wouldn't like to recommend any particular brand, so try a few and expect good
results.
Efferdent
tablets,
which are used for cleaning dentures, are very effective in cleaning glassware.
They contain a solid form of peroxide, which performs the cleaning part. Fill
your glass with water and add two tablets. Let stand for an hour or so and
rinse out.
Citric acid
will clean glass and make it shine.
Vinegar diluted
with a little water can be very effective for cleaning glass.
I hope you will
find these glass cleaning tips useful and easy to try.
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