Does Cleaning Windows With Vinegar Work?

Cleaning window glass with a vinegar solution is a terrific alternative to using a commercial chemical cleaner, especially if you have kids or pets. Vinegar is nontoxic, so it’s not harmful if it’s accidentally inhaled or ingested. Yet it’s acidic and therefore ideal to break down the streaky film that often accumulates on window glass.

To get started, mix your own window cleaning brew using 1 part distilled or white vinegar to 10 parts warm water in a spray bottle. Then:

Wipe your window glass with a soft, clean paper towel or microfiber cloth to remove dust before washing begins.
Spray a generous amount of your vinegar solution on the cloth or towel and apply it to your windows. This is the safest way to avoid damaging the wood, vinyl, or fiberglass frames of your windows.
Immediately use a second clean cloth to dry your windows to avoid streaks.

It’s best to clean your windows one at a time to prevent streaking.

Did You Have to Step Outside to Clean the Exterior Window Glass Surface?

NewSouth Window Solutions offers double-hung windows with tilt-in sashes that make cleaning a snap. These windows are designed so that you can release the top part of the movable sashes and pull them gently toward you. Then simply wipe them clean with your vinegar solution or commercial cleaner.

If you’d like to enjoy new windows with innovations like these for your home in the southern United States, contact NewSouth Window Solutions today to learn more about our industry-leading replacement windows. We specialize in manufacturing the perfect windows for Southern homes, and we’ll be happy to tell you about how our beautiful windows can dramatically reduce home maintenance chores and boost the energy efficiency of your home.