Glass cleaning

Glass is widely used in interior decoration - it includes windows, door inserts, decorative elements or furniture, and such popular aquariums. Since this material has the property of quickly getting dirty so that its appearance does not spoil the overall impression of the art picture, regular cleaning of the glasses is necessary. How to perform it with minimal effort and a small waste of time, you will learn from this article.

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Cleaning ordinary windows

There are many ways to clean windows. We offer the simplest option to get rid of unsightly smudges on the surface after bad weather or winter:

1. Prepare a warm soapy solution or dissolve a special concentrate for washing glasses from any manufacturer you like.
2. Wet the sponge well in the solution.
3. Wipe the glass.
4. Leave the liquid on the window for several minutes.
5. Wipe off damp dirt with a soft, clean cloth, washing it with clean water as needed.
6. Prepare another solution - mix water and ammonia.
7. Wipe the glass with this liquid to a shine and polish it with a special rag, paper towels or newspapers.

Important! Make sure that the glass cleaning is of good quality and that no streaks are visible on the surface. Instead of ammonia, you can take vinegar, and for the final polishing, a mixture of water and starch, which are taken in a proportion of 1 liter - 1 tablespoon, is suitable.

Household cleaning products for window glass

If you don’t really trust folk remedies or are used to using household chemicals to get the highest quality and fastest results, you will be helped in deciding how to clean the windows on the windows:

• Mister Muscle;
• Help (Help);
• Wedge (Clin);
• Sif (Cif);
• Second for glasses.
• Ecover (Ecover).

Important! All of these brands are popular. Cleaning the glass with any of the above products gives an excellent result and can significantly reduce cleaning time. Determine which one to prefer, based on the cost.

The method of use is indicated in the instructions directly on the package. The principle of application for all these products is the same:

1. Turn the cap on the spray gun to “On” mode.
2. Put a small amount - 3-4 zilch on the glass.
3. Wipe with paper or a soft, lint-free cloth until dirt and streaks are completely removed.

Important! The only caveat to consider if you are cleaning glass with special chemistry is that the solution dries quickly. Therefore, treat not the entire surface at once, but in small sections, moving from top to bottom.

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Glass cleaning after repair

Often after repair questions arise, how to clean the glass from paint, glue or other building mixtures. In this case, the washing of glasses will be the same as during normal cleaning, but more intense.

In this situation, you will need such tools:

1. A sharp knife or blade to remove the bulk of the hardened mortar or paint.
2. Nail polish remover, acetone or a similar solvent - to remove paint residue on the glass.
3. Eraser to erase small drops.

Important! Cleaning the glass after repair will not take you much time if you act locally, carefully, with soaking movements to remove traces of paint, glue, etc.Do not make wide sweeps and do not dissolve a large area of ​​glass with solvents - this will only spread the paint over the surface and aggravate the situation.

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Frosted glass cleaning

Frosted glass looks very interesting and unusual, with its help you can decorate the interior and play with space. But cleaning such a glass takes a lot of time due to the features of its rough surface. Dust and dirt are not only attracted, but are somehow eaten into the structure, which is especially noticeable on relief products.

Therefore, if you prefer this material to the interior design, use the following tips that will help you quickly cope with the task of how to clean frosted glass:

1. Wipe difficult stains with alcohol or ammonia, and remove the remains with a warm soapy solution.
2. To remove the dust layer and prevent its rapid renewal, wipe the frosted glass with a moderately hot vinegar solution.
3. Use microfiber rags to clean the cloth, which absorb moisture well - this will prevent the formation of stains.

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Glass cleaning from ice

In winter, many are faced with icing of glass, which not only looks ugly and can lead to cracking, but also reduces the access of sunlight, which is already insufficient in the cold season. How to clean the glass in such a situation:

1. Heat water - about 1 liter.
2. Dissolve salt in it - 2 handfuls will be enough.
3. Wipe with a soft cloth moistened in this solution, all ice layers - they must melt very quickly.

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Prevention of window glass contamination

Cleaning glass is always a tedious process, especially if it gets dirty often. There are two ways to deal with this - to use more effective and faster means or to create a protective layer on the glass that will repel any contamination.

If you are more impressed with the second option, proceed as follows:

1. Wash the window thoroughly when planned.
2. Wipe it dry so that there are no stains.
3. Prepare the mixture according to the following recipe: 50 ml of water, 5 drops of ammonia, 100 g of glycerin.
4. Use a soft cloth to wipe the entire fabric with this solution.
5. Do not wipe! Let it dry under normal conditions.

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Aquarium glass cleaning

Many today install aquariums in their home, not small tanks, but rather bulky designs. Of course, fish farming and observing their behavior is always a calm and interesting vacation, guests fall into genuine delight when they see this miracle, the interior looks very original. But the main condition for maintaining this effect is the timely and proper cleaning of the aquarium glass, not only from the outside, but to a greater extent from the inside.

Important! If this is not done, the simplest pathogens multiply on the surface, and mucus, mold, and algae form on the surface. As a result, it looks unaesthetic, the fish do not have enough light, they begin to hurt, and the aquarium looks neglected.

How to clean glass in the aquarium?

To care for the aquarium today, there are many different means. Which ones are useful to you in order to perform regular glass cleaning - see the list below.

Important! Aquarium glasses are made from various materials. Therefore, consider this factor before choosing what and how to clean the glass.

Glass cleaner in the aquarium:

1. Bandage - rolled up in several layers of gauze is great for cleaning a very soft plexus. The process will be more time consuming, but you will not scratch the surface and do no harm to your pets
2. Kitchen sponges. New sponges and washcloths also cope well with plaque, and again, they are completely harmless.If such a convenient and cheap option suits you, the glass inside the device will be cleaned more thoroughly and quickly if you use the reverse - hard side. But be careful not to create scratches.
3. Plastic washcloths. A universal tool that costs a little more than ordinary washcloths and sponges, but it perfectly removes any dirt in a matter of minutes, if you rub it hard. It is almost impossible to damage glass with such a washcloth.
4. Iron washcloth. Some amateur aquarists use such a tool, but experts highly recommend it. In addition to the fact that after processing with a hard washcloth scratches appear, a small metal shavings, which are obtained in the process of friction, fall into the water. And this can harm the inhabitants of the aquarium.
5. Spatulas, scrapers and plastic cards. The optimal solution for removing a large layer of plaque. Absolutely harmless and can be used several times. But the usual blades for this purpose are better not to take.

Important! If what is better to clean the aquarium inside is understandable, then it should be noted a few nuances of processing the outside. Some people clean the glass of the aquarium outside with ordinary household appliances such as Mr. Muscle. It is undesirable to do this, because when sprayed, particles of chemicals fall into the water and harm the fish. It is better to remove fingerprints with an ordinary soft rag, and remove more persistent dirt with soda, moistening it with water.

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Now you know how to clean any glass in your home. Use our tips and this procedure will not be unpleasant and long for you.