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Cleaning your windows

12:02 AM EDT on Thursday, April 15, 2004

By Sherri Brennen, WVEC-TV

-First, remove any screens and spray them clean with a hose.

-Once they’re dry, repair any tiny holes by dapping them clear nail polish remover.

-Blend one cup of white vinegar with a bucket of water and fill a second bucket with clear water.

-Old newspaper works great for washing and drying windows. However, if you have vinyl, it’s best to use paper towels because the ink can discolor the vinyl.

-If using paper towels, be sure to avoid using one with lanolin or aloe because they will streak and smudge.

-Experts recommend that you clean windows on a dry, cloudy day and start with the inside and do the outside windows after that.

-Start at the top of the window and wash it clean with the solution. Then go back with fresh paper and wipe with clear water.

-Then squeegee the window making sure to wipe it off after each pass.

-You can buy a squeegee with a longer handle which will make it a lot easier to reach.

-Use a ball of newspaper to dry windows streak free.

-Then, wipe off the window sill with a dry clean cloth or paper towel. Apply a light coat of paste wax over the sill to prevent fingerprints and smudges.

So, let the sun shine in with these few Better Living tips.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

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