The quality of work and ease of use will depend on how correctly the tool was chosen. Brushes with long handles are suitable for cleaning windows on both sides of the building.
Read the article about how to wash windows using a special mop for them, which model is better to choose and why.
Preparing tools for cleaning
To wash windows you will need tools that are best prepared in advance. It is necessary to take care of the following equipment:
- bucket;
- sponge;
- napkins or rags.
You will also need glass cleaner and warm water. As the nozzle gets dirty, it will need to be washed. While paying attention to the cleanliness of glass, we should not forget about the frames, which also need to be kept clean.
Use different products for different stains
You can buy a special glass cleaner or prepare it yourself. The main thing to remember is: the more foam, the more streaks. So unless your windows are too dirty, use a soap-free cleaning solution.
Here's a simple recipe:
- 1.5 glasses of water;
- 1.5 tablespoons of table vinegar;
- 1.5 tablespoons of alcohol (or 3 tablespoons of vodka);
- 3 drops of peppermint essential oil.
Apply this solution from a spray bottle and immediately wipe the windows with a dry cloth. Vinegar and alcohol will clean well and will not leave streaks, and essential oil will dull their odors. By the way, you can prepare a similar solution without alcohol, but then the dose of vinegar will have to be increased.
Rules for washing using a special device
Homemade glass brushes are easy to use.
Before you start cleaning, you need to ensure easy access to the windows. To do this, remove unnecessary objects from windows and near window openings. Procedure:
- Set the length of the telescopic handle taking into account the height of the window and your height. Secure the mechanism to the desired position. Taking into account your position, you should change the angle of the mop (working attachment).
- Soak the sponge attachment in the cleaning solution.
- Wash away dirt, working smoothly and effortlessly. You can move the brush not only from top to bottom, but also at an angle.
- After cleaning the glass, the mop is turned to the other side to remove water and cleaning solution. In this case, you need to move the nozzle either at an angle or clearly from top to bottom, starting from the top corner.
- Repeat on all panes of the window opening.
- Rinse the brush before storing it.
You should do the sweeping immediately, before the soapy water has dried on the window.
Types of window cleaning brushes and their features
There are several types of window cleaning brushes, each with advantages and disadvantages.
Mop with telescopic handle
A simple and easy to use device. The configuration depends on the cost of the product. The most budget options include a handle, the length of which can be adjusted, and a plastic base on which a microfiber brush is placed. The product is long enough to clean windows from the inside and from the facade. Telescopic mops are available for household and professional purposes. The latter are used in cleaning companies. The cost of such products is quite high. Household brushes are a budget option that can be purchased at almost any hardware store.
On a note! The main advantage of such mops is their simplicity of design and operation, as well as their low cost. Disadvantages include fragility.
Magnetic window cleaning brush
Magnetic brushes for windows are low maintenance
It appeared on the Russian household goods market relatively recently, but has already become popular. It is a structure of two identical parts, which are based on a magnet. Thus, the product is fixed between the glass and moves in one direction. One part of the product cleans the inside, and the second part removes dirt from the outside of the window. The base of the mop is made of soft felt or foam rubber. In addition, its surface is equipped with a polishing part that effectively removes stains. The cost of magnetic brushes is quite high, so you should choose the product very carefully.
Autonomous brushes
One of the most comfortable products. There is no need to constantly wet the mop. Water flows automatically, which not only significantly reduces the time it takes to clean the glass, but also prevents streaks. The design consists of two parts with a magnet as a base and cleaning attachments. The product is equipped with a cord that protects the mop from falling. The autonomous brush is charged from the mains. The main disadvantage of the products is their high cost.
Steam scraper
Not only removes dirt, but also disinfects. The main disadvantages are the high cost of the products, as well as the inability to treat the surface of the windows from the outside.
The main advantages of brushes are high efficiency, time saving, and the ability to work at heights. The devices are suitable for people suffering from allergies. When cleaning windows with a regular mop, you have to use products with many chemical additives that can cause an attack.
How to choose a tool?
The quality of glass cleaning and the ease of use of the equipment will depend on how convenient and functional the mop is.
For home use, you can choose a telescopic brush for washing windows and removing water.
A mop with a long telescopic handle is a convenient option for tidying up large or awkwardly located windows. This option is suitable for cleaning glass indoors and outdoors.
Thanks to the ability to change the angle of inclination of the working nozzle, it is possible to effectively cope with the work even in cases where it is necessary to wash window sashes that do not open.
When choosing a model, you need to consider the following points:
- reliability of the design as a whole;
- quality of materials;
- handle length;
- fastening of nozzles;
- presence of a rotating mechanism;
- ease of installation of the nozzle in the desired position;
- Ease of use;
- tool weight.
A squeegee with a rubber nozzle is an essential element of window squeegees. This version of the tool is called a squeegee or screed. The main purpose of the application is to drive soapy liquid and foam down from the window. It must have a secure fastening, just like the washing nozzle.
If you are more accustomed to washing windows with a rag or a sponge, then you can buy not a brush with a long handle, but only a coupler - a compact tool with a short handle for removing water from the washed vertical plane.
Popular manufacturers
Window Wizard is the most popular model of magnetic window brushes.
On the Russian household goods market you can find a huge number of window brushes from various manufacturers. Some of them are the most popular and have earned the trust of many consumers over the course of their existence.
Among telescopic brushes it is worth highlighting:
- Mop06-1 - the product head is movable, the handle is long, which allows you to clean windows even in the most difficult to reach places;
- OEM - Universal Window Cleaning Squeegee, Reversible Product Ideal for Automotive.
- TECHLEADER - model with water supply for cleaning inside and outside. Picture 5 OEM brushes are suitable for cars
Among the magnetic brushes it is worth noting:
- “Window Wizard” - a rectangular-shaped work surface and is equipped with a safety cord;
- “Medium” - a distinctive feature of the product is its unusual appearance. The working surface is made in the shape of a triangle, which allows you to cover a large surface and not leave dirty areas.
- "Glass Wiper Clean" - the product is suitable for home and office. The main advantage is wear resistance and the ability to clean a large surface at a time.
On a note! All brushes with a steam mechanism have approximately the same functionality. The average cost of such products ranges from 2,000 to 5,000 rubles.* The products are suitable for cleaning bathroom tiles. They allow you not only to remove stains and dirt, but also to disinfect the wall surface, preventing the appearance of fungus.
Top 3 best models
Among the best are models that have proven themselves well among housewives . They are distinguished by high quality materials and workmanship, as well as ease of use.
Glass cleaner Leifheit W&F Cleaner L (51120)
Leifheit is a mop for washing glass and mirrors made in Germany. The length of the handle can be set to 110-190 cm. The working nozzle has a width of 0.28 m, the material is microfiber.
The brush itself is made of metal and plastic and has a high-quality rotating mechanism . The kit includes a nozzle for the machine. The design is attractive. The design is very reliable.
Price – from 3,200 rubles. You will find reviews here and here.
HAUSMANN brush
HAUSMANN mops are made in Austria. The handle is made of aluminum, it can be adjusted from 0.81 to 1.90 m. The scraper is made of rubber and is secured with a latch. The washing attachment is secured with Velcro.
Plastic elements are made using CO-POLIMER technology , which provides increased strength. The fabric cover can be washed at 60°C.
The mop can be used to clean windows, even those with complex shapes. This feature is provided by a reliable rotating mechanism. Advantages include long service life and elegant design.
Price – from 1,300 rubles. Read reviews here.
Evolution Vileda
The Vileda mop is made in Germany. The model has a reliable 180° rotating mechanism. The nozzle is very comfortable, the washing part is made of microfiber and is very easy to remove. Tilt angle – up to 30°. The width of the nozzle is 0.35 m.
The Evolution system is multifunctional and includes:
- washing brush;
- scraper for stubborn dirt;
- squeegee to remove moisture.
The mop is suitable for washing glass, mirrors, stained glass and other smooth surfaces. The holder allows you to fix the tool in 7 positions, giving greater freedom for easy cleaning.
Price – about 2,000 rubles.
Classic set
Glass moistened with water is wiped off dirt with dry newspapers to a mirror shine. It becomes perfectly transparent, and the room is immediately filled with bright light. But such a result comes at a cost. The hostess will spend a lot of time on this, and most importantly, effort. After all, you will have to rub a lot.
In addition, the most difficult part of the window remains - the outer side. The place is not only inconvenient, but also very dangerous. Reaching the corners of the window from the street side, a person risks falling out. And if those living on the ground floor can escape with injury, then those living in apartments on a higher level will face more disastrous results.
Washing a window from the outside Source maiso.ru
In order not to think about the bad, it is better to remember what century we live in and look at technical achievements. And in particular, consider any window cleaning device. But you need to start simple. After all, technology is not only about robots and spaceships. A significant place in the development of progress is occupied by the search and development of new materials and substances.
Oh, this is not an easy job...
The desire of housewives to clean the windows of their homes until they shine is not stopped by the dangerous height of the upper floors. At the risk of falling, they polish the glass so that all the rays of the sun illuminate and make the home cozy.
If you live on the ground floor of an apartment building or in your own house, then washing the windows is not difficult at all. Their height from the outside makes it possible to clean the glass without much effort, for example, while standing on a ladder.
With casement windows everything is quite simple.
If you live in an apartment on the upper floors, then the best option to wash them is provided by windows that have hinged and rotating sashes. They can be cleaned by simply opening the panels inside the room, so that there is no danger of falling out of the window.
But you can wash glass from the outside on partially blind room and balcony blocks only by barely reaching the far surface. In this case, you have to stand on the edge of the opening.
With blind doors you have to take risks.
The services of cleaning companies with equipment that makes it possible to remove high-lying windows from the ground are quite expensive. Industrial climbers with cleaning equipment will also be expensive. Not all of our families are capable of such expenses. Because of this, housewives wash the glass themselves, despite the danger.
There is a way out
However, manufacturers have long since started producing devices that make their hard work easier for women. A mop designed specifically for cleaning windows will come to your aid. At the same time, two types of such devices are produced: professional and household.
Household window squeegee.
- In the latter case, the device has the simplest design of a stick equipped with a soft nozzle. Such washing equipment and its working part do not have additional regulatory elements. There are also mechanized analogues of household window mops. For example, steam products.
- A professional variety of devices will help you easily wash glass even in the most difficult to reach areas. Such equipment is equipped with telescopic handles.
- With such a mop you can easily clean the outside of windows, because the retractable handle has a lock to change the angle of the nozzle.
- Telescopic devices are equipped with two types of attachments. The first is made of microfiber and is used for wet cleaning. The second is a rubber blade (water squeegee, squeegee, scraper) and is designed to remove moisture and dirt from the glass.
Modern innovations
It is not for nothing that the century of technological progress received its name. After all, the main task for the scientific world of the planet is to develop devices that make human labor easier. In the manufacturing sector, there have long been entire robotic conveyor lines, where a person only observes the correct process of assembling the product. But a lot has also been created for household, everyday needs. Housewives were not left behind either.
Modern technologies for cleaning Source cdd-evo.ru
ARE YOU AWARE OF SUCH PROBLEMS?
Cleaning windows properly is usually not a quick job and is quite tedious. How to avoid streaks on glass after washing? How to get or how to reach hard-to-reach places? Previously, windows were washed 1-2 times a year, but now the environmental situation has changed: in many cities, in just weeks or months, a huge amount of dust and dirt settles on the windows. And this creates a big problem, which you can solve with the help of our unique specialized mop, making the window cleaning process much easier.
A special telescopic design allows the mop to be extended to more than 1.5 meters in length, and the curved handle greatly simplifies the cleaning of windows outside the room. The aluminum alloy of the mop makes it durable and at the same time very light! The brush easily washes away dirt, and the scraper removes excess water so that there are no streaks left on the glass!
Washing windows is often a very tedious and unloved activity of housewives. Especially if the house has a lot of windows. It’s difficult to wash them yourself, and paying someone to do a one-time wash is expensive.
No matter what super modern product you use, stains will inevitably remain on the surface of the glass, which do not disappear even after drying.
Washing the outside, street surface of a window can become truly dangerous, especially if you do not live on the 1st floor, and working as a climber is not the most attractive occupation for you.
BEWARE OF FAKES!
There are many low-quality fakes of the original telescopic window squeegee. To reduce the cost of the product, manufacturers use low-quality material (alloy) to make the structure. The handles and fastenings of these types of mops are fragile and easily damaged.
The material of the washing brush is made of cheap synthetic material, which makes washing surfaces ineffective. Using such cleaning products is no better than washing windows with a regular rag.
As you know, the miser pays twice. The manufacturer of the original Telescopic Window Cleaner mops did not set themselves the task of making the product as cheap as possible. Therefore, the design of the product is a high-quality, reliable aluminum alloy, which is extremely resistant to stress and damage.
Fastenings and joints are made of durable plastic, which is non-toxic and safe for health. The washing brush is made of specially designed microfiber, which is easy to remove and wash.
NOT ONLY WILL THE WINDOWS SHINE CLEAN!
Window mop “Shvabrakadabra” is a universal device for cleaning throughout the entire house. Thanks to its design - a telescopic handle and a special attachment lock, the working angle can be easily changed. You can easily cope with dirt in the most inaccessible corners of your home!
Your job is to simply move the handle, and the mop head will do all the dirty and dangerous work for you.
Microfiber cloths
They are also called non-woven material. Because microfiber mainly consists of the finest polymer fibers and high molecular weight chemical compounds. True, there is both cotton and viscose, but in small quantities. In order to strengthen the microfiber and enhance its already impressive properties that have most attracted the cleaning industry.
Microfiber for glass cleaning Source variety-store.ru
Microfiber cloths have the following qualities:
- allow air to pass through;
- are able to absorb liquid three times their own weight;
- their surface is soft and completely lint-free;
- high strength contributes to long-term operation;
- the material penetrates even into pores and cracks;
- electrolyzed fibers attract dust;
- remove microbes from the surface;
- dry quickly.
This material was developed in Japan back in the seventies of the last century. But widespread use throughout the world began only at the beginning of this century. And housewives appreciated this napkin the most.
Washing dirt on a window with microfiber Source slovenskenovice.si
After all, when washing a window, the material:
- does not leave streaks;
- easily removes any dirt from the surface;
- collects all the lint.
And you can use the napkin several times. Moreover, manufacturers produce two types of them. Dry microfiber collects all the dirt and water from the glass after it is washed with soapy water. But you don’t have to prepare a separate cleaning composition and spray it all over the window.
Microfiber for perfect glass cleaning Source easylifebg.com
There is microfiber already impregnated with a special cleaning liquid. You don't even need to rub anything with this napkin. It is enough to sweep it over the surface, and it will collect all the dirt from it in one go. All that remains is to wipe the glass with regular microfiber. Therefore, many manufacturers sell sets that contain both wipes, wet and dry.
