Most people think that using a spray cleaner with paper towels is the best way to clean windows and glass but, guess what — they are wrong. The traditional method of window cleaning is both more expensive and definitely not an Eco-friendly choice. The fact is, you can go through a lot of paper towels and you need to use common blue spray cleaners again and again. Using a microfiber cloth for cleaning windows is always the better choice!
Why the microfiber cleaning cloth?
People ask that why should we switch from the spray cleaners to this mode? Well, the answer to it is pretty simple. Because you only purchase the microfiber cleaning cloth once and after that, you can use it many times over. Even better, the microfiber cloth removes 99% of the dust, bacteria, and dirt. (This also applies to other surfaces besides windows!)
Steps for using the Microfiber Cloth for Cleaning Windows
So, if you want to get a great result and also save money, just follow these simple steps:
• First, you need two microfiber cloths. The first one is referred to as your polishing cloth — you’ll keep it dry. Now, take the second microfiber cloth and dip it in water. Gently twist so that the water does not drip but keeping it wet enough to do the cleaning.
• Fold both cloths into quarters to give them a square like shape. If you begin with 16 x 16 size cloths, then they will fit nicely in your hand when folded. The fold also allows you to change sides as you work so that the dirty side can be turned in. In total, this gives you 8 different surface areas to use before you need to either clean or change out your cloths.
• Now, use the wet cloth to wipe the windows or glass so that you remove all of the dirt and germs. To save time, use the top to bottom or outside to inside approach. Both of these cleaning motions help you in covering all the surface area quickly.
• After you’ve removed the debris, follow with the dry polishing cloth. This ensures that no spots or streaks are left behind.
• When one of the quarters of your folded microfiber cloth gets fully dirty then unfold it and refold to get a new side for cleaning.
• Once the job is complete, just drop the microfiber cloths into the washing machine with a light dose of detergent. Microfiber cloths are good for over 500 washes so they will serve you well for many years to come.
There you have it! An inexpensive, Eco-friendly method to use a microfiber cloth for cleaning windows, mirrors and stainless steel. No chemicals to absorb into your skin and no off-gasses to harm yourself and others.
