Plastic windows in private houses and apartments are by no means uncommon. These designs are relevant for several reasons. Firstly, they are energy-intensive and do not allow heat to pass through them. Secondly, these windows are distinguished by good sound insulation, which is especially important in large cities. A huge assortment allows you to choose products that fit perfectly even in the most non-standard design. But in order for these structures not to lose their appearance, they need to be properly looked after. Therefore, in today's article we will consider how and how to wash plastic windows at home, as well as window sills.
To owners of new windows
For those who have installed such structures recently, you need to know a few important rules. Do not clean until the foam has set on the windows. Usually it becomes solid two days after application. Also note that new windows and window sills are always covered with a protective film. It can be transparent or printed - it doesn't matter.
Some hosts don't shoot this tape forlong time. But in vain. After all, glue changes its structure over time and can simply eat into the cavity of the window sill or frame. And then it will be very difficult to wipe off the traces of the film. It can be left only if the room will still be undergoing any repairs. In other situations, it should be disposed of as soon as possible.
Tools
How to wash plastic windows? If we talk about tools, these should only be:
- Clean rag.
- Soft sponge.
- Washcloth.
Do not use tools with an abrasive coating, even if the goal is to remove an old stain or traces of glue. So you can easily damage the plastic, and leave scratches on the glass. As a last resort, use a hard-bristled sponge.
Suitable products
What is the best way to clean plastic windows? Today, there are a lot of cleaning products in stores. Among them it is worth noting:
- Gel "Domestos". It perfectly corrodes dust and removes stubborn dirt. Also, this gel has the effect of restoring whiteness, so it is perfect for yellowed window sills.
- Mr. Proper liquid. Almost everyone has heard of her. And if the first tool can be classified as "heavy artillery", then this liquid is more suitable for everyday care. It perfectly removes dust and greasy traces of handprints. But with traces of soot and vegetable fat, he struggles with difficulty.
- Pemolux cream. This product contains soda. Thanks to this, the product perfectly fights stubbornpollution. The cream also removes traces of flower pots.
- Gel "Komet". Eliminates serious dirt and stains. But in its pure form, it should not be used. The gel is diluted at a ratio of 60 milliliters to five liters of water.
- Mr. Muscle cream. Suitable for cleaning stains from dried water. Sold in spray form and easy to apply to the surface. Partially whitens plastics.
Folk remedies
There are also folk methods that allow you to clean the surface with high quality. How to wash plastic windows? Among the effective ways it is worth noting:
- Chalk and toothpaste. These components are diluted in water to the state of a liquid slurry and applied to a dirty surface. You need to wait 20-30 minutes until the product dries and then you can wipe it dry with a rag.
- Washing powder. Can also be used with water for excellent cleaning.
- Laundry soap. However, it can only be used to remove fresh stains.
- Vinegar with baking soda. The latter must be sprinkled on the stain and rubbed with a damp sponge or a piece of wet rag.
- Ammonia. Dilute in the following proportion: two tablespoons of ammonia per liter of water.
- Starch. One and a half tablespoons of the product is enough for a liter of cool water. The solution cleans stains and greasy marks well.
How to wash plastic windows, everyone decides for himself. However, if the pollution is notsignificant and mostly only dust on the windows, it is enough to apply "Mr. Muscle" or "Mr. Proper". But serious spots are removed by Comet or Domestos. How to wash plastic windows from folk remedies? Vinegar soda is ideal for this.
Well, in the absence of these components, you can use the usual washing powder. Cleaner for plastic windows (for example, Fairy) is also well suited.
Stages of work
In order for the cleaning procedure to be successful, you need to know the order of the work. The operation is performed in the following sequence:
- First, the surface of the frame is washed from dirt.
- Next, double-glazed windows are washed.
- The window sill is then cleaned.
Getting Started
So, we start washing windows from the frame. Do not forget that cleaning should be done from two sides - external and internal. We apply the selected product (we have already found out how to wash plastic windows) on the surface and rub it with a rag or sponge. The frame must be processed around the entire perimeter, without bypassing hidden areas. Pay special attention to the joints and rubber seals between the glass and the frame. This is where most of the dust comes in. In advanced cases, you can use a hard sponge and an aggressive cleanser. But with the latter it is better to work with protective gloves.
After that, we proceed to the cleaning of double-glazed windows. Please note that the surface is removed from top to bottom. Spray window cleaner andwipe dry with a flannel cloth. If it is serious pollution, you can use the powder. However, remember that divorces remain after it. Therefore, we must treat at the end with “Mr. Muscle” or any alcohol-containing agent in the form of a spray (“Wedge”, “Sif”). So we will get rid of stains and stains.
Windowsill
Now we move on to the final stage - cleaning the windowsill. First, it must be treated with a dry one, and then with a damp rag from dust. Do not skip the voids that are hidden by the side plugs. If stains remain on the window sill after the initial treatment, apply an appropriate cleaning agent (powder, soap solution or strong gel). If the stain does not come out, repeat the procedure again. Next, rinse the surface with water. Preferably with a damp cloth. Then we wipe the window sill dry. To eliminate light plaque and greasy stains, you can use the same "Sif" or "Mr. Muscle".
How to remove traces of glue and tape?
It's not uncommon to have traces of glue left on windows after removing factory film or after holiday decorations. It is quite difficult to clean it, but there are a couple of effective ways:
- Vegetable oil. Which one to choose? It can be any oil - olive and even sunflower. How to clear the window this way? We apply liquid to the sponge, and then dilute it over the surface. After 10 minutes, the particles of glue and adhesive tape will soften and can be safely removed with a regular paper towel.
- Alcohol or vodka. Wet the liquid with a cotton swab and wipe the desired area until completelydisappearance of glue. You need to rub carefully, with great effort, without missing a millimeter.
- Stationery eraser. Also suitable for tape removal. But it is effective only if the glue has not yet dried strongly. Also, the eraser leaves behind garbage, which also needs to be somehow removed from the window and window sill. But in the absence of oil and alcohol, this is a very effective method.
Conclusion
So, we found out how and with what to wash plastic windows and window sills. As you can see, the procedure is quite easy, but you need to know some nuances.
