Window Cleaners

Probably, you have wondered more than once about how you manage to keep giant skyscrapers clean with panoramic glazing. So, to wash all the windows in the tower of Burj Khalifa (UAE), the services of 36 climbers will be required, and they will have to work for 4 months! Of course, the work of an average housewife is far from such an extreme, but difficulties with cleaning windows arise regularly. In this article, we consider window cleaning devices that reduce the complexity of this unpleasant process.

Of course, you can use specialized household chemicals, but high-quality products are not cheap and, to put it mildly, not too good for your health. Grandmother’s recipes with a crumpled newspaper, although effective to this day, are not very inspiring. It turns out that you can do without them, and the windows will shine with cleanliness. What are these devices?

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Microfiber Wipes

With their help, you can successfully remove small impurities. For example, microfiber handles house dust “excellently”. The way to use napkins is extremely simple. It is necessary to moisten it in water, squeeze and wipe the glass.

Important! Choose a good quality material so that no stains and small fibers remain on the glass. Cheap wipes have a short life, and the material is much worse quality. Using microfiber to clean windows is a very simple and economical way.

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Scraper, mop

These devices for washing windows from the side of the street and from the inside are perhaps the most popular among the hostesses. There is a fairly large selection in the market of household goods. There are single and double-sided mops. They are equipped with removable microfiber nozzles, foam and rubber scrapers.

Important! The main advantage of scrapers and mops is that it is possible to reach the farthest and most difficult to access corners.

When choosing a mop, evaluate the strength of its fixtures and the maneuverability of the structure.

Important! When choosing a rubber scraper, check the softness of the rubber and note that the surface should be fairly flat.

The method of application is more than simple:

1. Wet the mop head in water - you can use a small amount of detergent.
2. Wipe the glass several times.
3. If the squeegee is equipped with a rubber scraper, “chase” water from the glass several times.

Important! The more concentrated the detergent solution, the greater the likelihood of streaks on the glass.

The ideal option is a joint application: first - mops, and then - a scraper. In this case, the glass will be perfectly clean, and the complexity of the cleaning is minimal.

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Innovative Wiper Types

Quite popular "Karcher" - the latest appliances for washing windows. This tool is a real find for those who want perfect glass cleanliness. In addition, with the help of Karcher, it is possible to wash a large number of windows in a short time.

The algorithm for using the wiper is as follows:

1. Use a spray bottle to apply detergent to the glass surface.
2. Swipe the glass with a wiper that absorbs dirt and moisture.

Glass after such cleaning looks perfectly clean, there are no stains left on it.

Devices of the Karcher brand are suitable not only for washing windows, but also for cleaning various surfaces from contamination. Such an “assistant” will help the hostess save time and energy.

There are models with built-in atomizers. In this case, the detergent is poured into a special container in advance. The principle of operation is the same as described above, but such a device is more ergonomic. All that is needed is at hand.

Important! When choosing a wiper, be sure to pay attention to the weight of the device, because you have to keep the device on weight for a long enough time. The vacuum cleaner can operate on battery power for half an hour. Charging time is 2 hours.

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Steam cleaner

These are truly universal devices for washing windows in an apartment.

Important! With help steam cleaner cleaning of other surfaces (floors, walls) is possible. You can use the device for cleaning upholstered furniture, for disinfecting soft toys, bedding. These bathroom cleaners have proven particularly well. They dissolve rust spots and limescale well.

If you intend to use a steam cleaner for washing glasses, be sure to consult the seller on the following issues:

• whether the device is equipped with an appropriate nozzle;
• pay attention to the battery life;
• Equally important are such parameters as the capacity of the water tank and the mass of the unit.

Important! The advantage of a steam cleaner is not only deep surface cleaning. It can be used without detergents, which is important for people suffering from allergic reactions.

The application procedure is as follows:

1. Wipe the glass with a microfiber cloth nozzle.
2. Replace the napkin with a glass cleaner and pour hot steam in the window from top to bottom.
3. Remove dirty water with a rubber scraper.

Important! When using a steam cleaner, be aware that condensate flows down. Therefore, make sure that it does not contaminate nearby furniture and does not stain the walls. This is especially true when washing a window from the inside. Regularly clean the device so that scale does not form on the heater.

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Magnetic Window Cleaners

These are simple and relatively inexpensive window cleaning tools that help keep your home clean, effortless and cost-effective. The main advantage of magnetic devices is the ability to wash glass on both sides at once.

Important! The principle of the device and the operation of the device:

• These are two brushes with a magnet.
• They are placed on both sides of the window, and the magnets are firmly fixed.
• A safety cord is attached to the outer brush.
• Even if the magnet fails, the brush will not fall down, but will remain in your hands.

You need to choose a device, depending on the thickness of the glass. For example, the Tatla lineup provides 5 types of devices for window thickness

• 3-5 mm.
• 3-10 mm.
• 16-24 mm
• 22-28 mm.

Important! Naturally, brushes for larger window thicknesses have a higher cost.

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Window washing robot

On the home appliance market, robotic window cleaning appliances are presented.

Important! Using a vacuum or a magnet, the device is attached to the window and moved by means of wheels and an electric drive. The inside of the appliance is equipped with cleaning cloths. The trajectory of movement and the area of ​​glass are automatically calculated.

There are 2 modifications of robots:

• designed for windows with a thickness of 5-15 mm (single-chamber double-glazed window);
• for windows 15-30 mm (two-chamber double-glazed window).

Important! If the window thickness goes beyond the specified parameters, the robot does not start operation. Robots use special sensors of the force of attraction of magnets, which do not allow the device to work outside of safe conditions.

The movement of the device along the glass plane is not chaotic:

1. Initially, the device indicates the size of the glass, moving in vertical and horizontal planes. The path of the cleaner is limited by the window frame.
2. Further, the device will begin to move along a zigzag path, eventually returning to the point from which the movement began.
3. Glass washing liquid is poured into a container in advance and automatically transferred to napkins.
4. The remaining water is removed by a rubber scraper located at the edges of the device.

Important! Cleaning with a robot has a number of nuances:

• Glass must be completely dry, otherwise - the structure will slide down.
• After washing the glass on one side, wait until it is completely dry, and only then start cleaning the glass on the opposite side.

Robotic devices for washing windows in the apartment are equipped with remote controls. The remote allows you to change the speed and trajectory of movement. Using the remote control, you can set parameters such as the amount of detergent used and the size of the area to be cleaned.

Important! The power source is a lithium-polymer battery with a capacity of 2000 mAh. Battery charging time is 130 minutes. Battery life -100 minutes.

Hobot System:

1. Compact model equipped with two napkins.
2. It can work with any thickness of the window, since the system is held by vacuum.
3. There is a backup battery that does not allow the device to fall when there is a sudden power outage.
4. The device is also equipped with a safety cable. One end is attached to the device, and the other to a strong, stable object.

Important! The device is not without some drawbacks:

• The need for an outlet near the window.
• Before starting the robot, the glass is processed from the spray gun manually.
• The need for periodic fluid supplementation.

Robots are high-tech, but also expensive devices for washing windows.

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Tips for washing windows properly

1. The best time to clean window panes is cloudy, calm weather. In windy weather, the glass dries quickly and stains remain on it.
2. Window cleaning starts with frames. For washing, use mild detergents that do not contain caustic acids and alkalis. It is also undesirable to use cleaning products with abrasive particles.
3. Glasses begin to wash from the outside, and then from the inside.

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The correct use of window cleaning devices from the side of the street and from the inside allows you to keep them clean without spending too much time and physical effort. And which of them to give preference to - it will now be much easier for you to understand, because you have an idea about each of them thanks to the information in this article.