Gently tilt it open and rest it on the sill. You can see a demonstration in the video below:. Clean around the outside of the frame, and then push the sash back into place. Clean all the other parts of the window to make sure they not only look great — the work right, too. It's just part of good window care and maintenance.
And if you're not confident in your cleaning skills, you can always call in the pros for your cleaning and maintenance needs. Study commissioned by Pella, You are now subscribed to Pella offers and inspiration. There was an error saving your information. Find a Showroom Find a Showroom Find. Your Preferred Showroom. Request Consultation. Call Now. If you have an especially difficult spot, you can start your cleaning process by applying a solvent like acetone or rubbing alcohol to a clean cloth and rubbing it directly on the spot.
It removes most of the dirt caked on double-hung windows. You might want to place a plastic drop cloth near the window sill and the floor beneath the window.
Don't forget to vacuum the window tracks. Use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe off any dust, dirt, and dead bugs that remain. Follow these other tips when cleaning:. Dirty window screens can also reduce the amount of natural light in your home. One of the best ways to clean them is to pop them out, bring them outside, and hose them down with water.
Don't have an outdoor space? You can leave the screen in place and do this instead:. Got a bathtub? You can rinse each screen one at a time after dusting and vacuuming in the tub using a handheld shower attachment. Do you hate washing windows? Several companies produce robot window cleaners that function like robotic vacuums, but for your windows—including the Winbot by Ecovacs Robotics pictured. Modern models are equipped with higher-speed fan motors that clean more efficiently using a stronger suction that also boosts stability.
They're increasingly quieter, too, so you can be at home without being distracted by the noise. Here's how most robotic window cleaners work:.
By Joe D'Agnese. Pinterest Email Pocket Flipboard. Step 2: Wipe clean with a squeegee Starting at the top left, pull the squeegee over the soapy pane in a reverse-S pattern left-handers would start at the top right. Step 3: Dry off remaining drips Remove any water remaining on the edges of the glass with a damp, wrung-dry chamois, which soaks up wetness without leaving streaks. For Multipane Windows Step 1: Customize the squeegee To clean a divided-light window, you need a squeegee that fits the panes.
Step 2: Scrub the panes A handheld sponge or hog-bristle brush works best on multipane windows. Step 3: Wipe clean with a squeegee Pull the squeegee down each pane in a single stroke from top to bottom.
Getting rid of stubborn spots Over time, hard-water runoff from masonry or rain falling through metal window screens leaves stubborn mineral stains on glass that normal washing can't erase. Thanks for signing up! Check your inbox for a welcome email. Email required. By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Notice and European users agree to the data transfer policy.
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