Cleaning pros rave about hack to clean windows with common item you throw in the bin – and it leaves glass streak free
CLEANING pros have been raving about a simple method to get your windows shining and streak free - and it uses something you would usually throw away.
As the days are getting longer and the temperature is beginning to climb, you may have have started to notice that your windows are in need of a good scrub.
When cleaning windows, it can be tricky to prevent them from going streaky, but cleaning whizzes may have found the answer.
Posting in the Mrs Hinch Cleaning Tips Facebook group, one person asked: "Tips for cleaning windows please.
"Mine always end up streaky and dirty looking."
The post was flooded with helpful replies from Facebook users, and many people said the same thing.
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One person said: "If u have tumble dryer water use that, it's brilliant".
Another person said: "If you have a condenser tumble dryer try the water out of it it’s amazing."
A third person chimed in: "Water from your tumble dryer, you will never look back!! It's amazing."
A fourth person remarked: "Use tumble dryer water.
"I tried it out on filthy windows (couldn’t get a window cleaner) all I can say is WOW.
"It certainly works!
"I even keep a spray bottle in my shower now."
Replying to this comment, another person said: "So good isn't it.
"And ironing water works so well too and smells lovely".
This hack only works if you have a condenser tumble dryer that collects water, but it's a great way to save water, instead of just throwing it away.
The cleaning pros suggested using either a microfibre cloth or a paper towel to wipe the windows with the tumble dryer water.
Cleaning hacks and tips
Here are some tips to help you clean your home like a pro:
- How to clean your washing machine in a few easy steps
- Keep on top of cleaning your oven regularly
- Clean your shower to ensure it's always sparkling
- How to clean your microwave using cheap household items
- Here's how to get rid of that nasty limescale in your kettle
- You're cleaning your carpet all wrong - here's how to get it spotless again in no time
- Unblock a toilet without a plunger
- Clean your fabric or leather sofa in a few easy steps
- If you haven't cleaned your mattress in ages, here's how
- Steps to cleaning your dishwasher to leave it looking brand new
- This is how to clean mirrors and windows without streaking
- Keep your toilet clean in four easy steps
- Give your TV screen a once-over
- Did you know your Venetian, Roman, vertical, or roller blinds also need cleaning?
- Deep-clean your fridge in five simple steps
Water from the tumble dryer can also be used for a variety of other things, such as water houseplants or cleaning other surfaces like the shower screen or TV.
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