You can protect your family’s lungs, windows and the environment just by using the the right window cleaning solutions!
Semiannually, you should skip the harsh chemicals and break out the squeegee, sponge and bucket to give your windows the scrub-a-dub-dub they need.
Below are several eco-friendly products, solutions, tools, and tips to help you get clean, green windows.
¼ to ½ teaspoon liquid dish soap
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 cups water
2 cups water
1/4 cup of white distilled vinegar
up to 1/2 teaspoon liquid soap
2 quarts warm water
2 cups rubbing alcohol
1/2 cup ammonia
1/4 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon liquid dish soap
Green DIY solutions typically include a combination of the following ingredients:
Water
Vinegar
Liquid dish soap
Club soda
Baking soda
Corn starch
Essential oil of your choice
Swap out the harsh scrubbing materials for a microfiber or flannel cloth; an old, cotton T-shirt does the trick too. Here are a few more green cleaning products and tools from TODAY.
Click here to see 10 professional impact window care tips.
And here are a couple little reminders:
Clean your windows when it’s cloudy to avoid streaks
Wipe up and down or side to side
There are plenty of alternative window cleaning solutions you can make at home or purchase online. Click the button below to learn how energy efficient windows and doors work for you!