Homemade Recipes Stain Glass, Blindex Mirror

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A special touch is always needed when it comes to “cleaning windows”.

It is not by using just any product that you will achieve satisfactory results.

Furthermore, there are several types of glass.

Some are thicker, more resistant and others not so much.

Some are so delicate that they are more difficult to clean.

And the mirrors?

They are a type of glass, but a mirror cannot be cleaned like any other glass.

There are many products on the market aimed at cleaning glass, but they all generally refer to cleaning based on the principle that: all glass is the same and can be cleaned in the same way.

In this article, you will learn 4 homemade recipes for cleaning windows, as well as the correct way to do it.

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Important Tips and Materials for Cleaning Glass

Before we start with the recipes, you need to know a little more about each material needed to clean glass, as well as its application for the various types of glass, mirrors, etc.

1 – Water for cleaning

Always prefer to use clean, filtered water, so to speak.

Water straight from the tap can contain some impurities that can even scratch the surface of your glass.

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2 – Sponges and cloths

The common sponge, the one with two sides, can even be used to clean the windows, but never on the green side, the dark side.

The cloths should preferably be microfiber ones, which are softer and do not release lint.

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3 – Cleaning products

Some products sold in stores, in general, can be abrasive and damage the surface of the glass, especially if it is more delicate and thin.

Never use products that contain ammonia in their formulation.

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4 – Circular movements

Cleaning smooth surfaces, such as glass, requires circular movements, as this is the best way to cover the entire surface, as well as avoid marks and scratches.

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5 – The mirrors

They stain easily, believe it or not!

Never pour plenty of water directly on the glass, as this water can infiltrate and stain the mirror.

All mirror cleaning, when applying liquid solutions, will need to be dried immediately.

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4 Homemade Recipes to Clean Glass

In all of these recipes, you will find the ingredients needed to properly clean each type of glass.

You will also know which ones are best suited for removing light or heavy stains, grease, etc.

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1st. Recipe for Cleaning Mirrors

What you will need:

• 1 bucket;
• 1 glass of hydrated ethyl alcohol;
• Water;
• Neutral detergent;
• 2 clean soft cloths.

How to clean:

1. In the bucket, for every two measures of alcohol, add one of water and drops of neutral detergent (4 to 5 drops).
2. Spread the product with a clean, soft cloth, preferably microfiber, and dry immediately.
3. If the mirror is very large, apply small sections first before proceeding to the entire mirror.

Tip:

• Never throw the product directly onto the mirror.
• Wet a soft cloth or sponge and spread, then dry.

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2nd. Recipe for Cleaning Blindex Glass

What you will need:

• 1 bucket;
• Washing powder;
• 5g of sodium bicarbonate;
• 1 glass of hydrated ethyl alcohol;
• Vinegar;
• Warm water;
• 1 double-sided sponge;
• 1 soft, clean cloth.

How to clean:

1. In the bucket, place a portion (one tablespoon) of washing powder, bicarbonate, alcohol (5ml, more or less), vinegar (approximately 5ml too) and 300ml of water.
2. With the help of a sponge, always using the soft side, spread the solution throughout the Blindex, always in circular movements.
3. Leave it to act for a few minutes, enough to soften the most intense dirt.
4. Then, rinse and dry with a soft cloth, preferably microfiber. If there is still spot dirt, wipe the spot again with the solution.

Tip:

• To protect and make Blindex even more beautiful, after cleaning and with the glass completely dry, spread a thin layer of furniture polish.
• In addition to perfuming, it will create a kind of protective film, preventing stains and scratches.

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3rd. Recipe for Cleaning Common Glass

What you will need:

• 1 bucket;
• Vinegar (white or apple);
• Water;
• 1 lemon;
• Neutral detergent;
• 1 double-sided sponge;
• 2 clean soft cloths.

How to clean very dirty glasses:

1. In the bucket, for each portion of vinegar, add 4 equal amounts of water and the juice of 1 lemon (remove the seeds).
2. Pass the solution over the entire glass with a soft cloth, preferably microfiber, in circular movements.
3. With another cloth dampened only with water, remove any excess.

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1. In the bucket, add 2 equal portions of water, ¼ of this portion of vinegar plus ½ portion of detergent.
2. With a sponge, always on the soft side, pass it over the glass using circular movements.
3. Before it dries, wipe it with a clean, dry cloth, removing any excess.
4. Repeat the operation if necessary.

Tip:

• You can use a spray bottle to apply the product directly to the glass.
• This way, it will be easier to spread it.

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4th. Recipe for Cleaning Greasy Glass

What you will need:

• Paper towel;
• 1 lemon;
• Water;
• Vinegar;
• 1 small spray bottle;
• 1 clean soft cloth.

How to clean:

1. Moisten one or two sheets of paper towel in lemon juice and wipe over the glass on the table, stove…
2. In the spray bottle, add the same portion of water and vinegar, mix well.
3. Spread the product over the greasy glass and then, using a soft cloth, dry the area.
4. If there are denser grease stains, let the product act for a few minutes before wiping with the cloth.

Tip:

In everyday life, that is, when the glass on your table, stove… is not so greasy or stained, simply wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with alcohol to remove the daily dirt.

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