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Nothing says clean home more than clear, streak-free windows.

Save yourself some money and learn how to clean your windows with vinegar in the guide below.

If youre cleaning large windows, mix the solution in a bucket.

Using a squeegee on a window

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Prep Your Windows

Next, remove all the dust and dirt around yourwindowsbefore cleaning the glass.

Wipe down any window blinds with a dry microfiber cloth.

Remove any screens from the windows and vacuum them using the brush attachment.

Pouring vinegar into a spray bottle

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Then, wipe down the window frames, ledges, and screens using the vinegar-and-water solution and a cloth.

For particularly dirty areas and stains, be sure to add liquid dish soap to the mixture.

Lastly, dust off the window panes with a clean, dry microfiber cloth.

Window track wiped and cleaned with moistened cloth

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Clean the Windows

Spray the cleaning solution on a clean, lint-free microfiber cloth.

Then, use the cloth to wipe down the windows in a zig-zag pattern.

For larger windows, it may be easier to use a squeegee to cover more surface area faster.

Wiping a window with DIY glass cleaner

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Clean the squeegee blade in between uses.

Repeat the cleaning process as many times as needed until the window is sparkling clean.

Restore window blinds or curtains to your desired position.

cleaning exterior windows

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Then, enjoy your crystal-clear windows!

You dont need to deepclean your window tracksand screens every single timeonce a month should be plenty.

Tips to Keep Your Windows Clean Longer

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use a squeegee to wash windows

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