Can someone tell me what I can use to clean my windows with? I can't use any harsh chemicals because it bothers my asthma, and I'm becoming allergic to Windex. Can I just use soapy water? ************************************************** 02-05-05, 11:04 AM Walks On Water I asked our Professional window cleaners in our build one time and he jokin'ly told me it was a trade secret.
Then he give it to me.
To a half bucket of water add: About a table spoon or two on liquid dish soap to make the water wetter, 1/8 to 1/4 cup TSP, trisodiumphosphate, to do the cleaning, and a 1/4 cup of white (cheap) vinegar to cut down on the streaking.
Now, remember, they sponge it on and wash the window and use a squeegee to get it off inside and out.
Works for when I do the outside. Mrs does the insides with normal stuff.
02-05-05, 11:39 AM Tree This recipe was given to me years ago and I still use it:
Water and Vinegar. Razz
BUT, I AM going to give WoW's recipe a shot! Wink
02-05-05, 11:53 AM aleia
quote:Originally posted by Walks On Water: trisodiumphosphate, to do the cleaning,
What is that?
02-05-05, 12:21 PM DvdGStwrt Vinegar, pure, white, clear vinegar. Comes in gallon sizes for less than $2.00, it also cleans up mineral deposits, toilets, bathtubs, litter boxes - well everything.
Its safe on spectic tanks.
I use it straight for glass, I have it in a spray bottle and I spray it on the paper towel (not the glass) then wipe the window.
02-05-05, 01:49 PM Walks On Water Ok, so it's 2 words and available in better hardware and do it yourself stores.
And btw, my pails are 5 gallon containers.
Trisodiumphosphate or "TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE or TSP for short. Non-sudsing powdered trisodiumn phosphate comp. Formulated for heavy-duty cleaning For use on walls, woodwork and floors Use to remove the following heavy deposits: Greasy grime-smoke-soot stains & chalked paint Cleans and prepares surfaces for repainting Mix w/bleach to remove mildew & mildew stains Recommended for washing away paint remover sludge."
12-18-05, 10:06 AM Five Star
quote: Originally posted by Tree: This recipe was given to me years ago and I still use it:
Water and Vinegar. Razz
BUT, I AM going to give WoW's recipe a shot! Wink
Don't use vinegar on mirrors. It's acidic and will cause the edges to turn black.
Best solution for homeowners is a little Dawn and water.
Howard Five Star Window Cleaning
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12-18-05, 09:44 PM Tree Thanks for your suggestion 5 star!
12-21-05, 09:44 AM gizmogram Someone I know swears by cleaning her windows (and an entire wall she has mirrored) with crumpled newspaper rather than paper towels or cloth. I've never tried it myself, I would think the ink would smear.
Anyone else ever done this?
Oh...and Five Star...Welcome to AnswerPool! Big Grin
12-21-05, 10:38 AM Professor The newspaper is supposed to avoid leaving lint & fibers. I've heard this advice numerous times, and it seems to work. I've never seen ink residue. Use just black-and-white pages, not colored.
12-21-05, 11:49 AM Sherasi I've used newspaper to clean my windows for years. No print anywhere but on your hands. Roll Eyes
Just wear gloves (plastic kitchen/medical, etc) when you do it and you won't get soiled on your hands.
It leaves an AMAZINGLY clean sparkling window. 12-22-05, 05:56 AM
Jelp01 I too have used newspapers to clean windows. It works wonders!
12-31-05, 05:14 PM Five Star People used to use newspaper in the old days because the ink contained ammonia and cleaned glass pretty well. Especially to remove smoke residue. Today's printing ink does not contain ammonia but I think the response about newsprint not having lint would make it a good wiping material and is correct.
What you use to wipe the glass can mean the difference between having smears and not. That's why window cleaners use squeegees.
Howard Five Star Window Cleaning
03-03-06, 04:55 PM Floridagirl After I clean my windows, (I mixed up a little amonia and water in a spray bottle), I use a long handled pole with the Mr. Clean bathroom wand on the end and wipe it down. Then I go over it with a washable glass cloth. It makes all glass shine!
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