He is in the minds of many a layperson, window cleaning is simply wetting, soaping up, rinsing, and then the drying of windows. Of course expressing this assessment to a professional is likely to yield laughter and even a raised eyebrow. The reaction professionals express is often brought about as a result of their extensive knowledge. Any professional will tell you cleaning windows involves much more than the aforementioned steps.
The most commonly overlooked aspect of window cleaning within a home by laypersons is window tracks. When individuals clean their own windows they will usually ignore it their window tracks. Professionals on the other hand recognize the importance of cleaning window tracks. When left unattended for long periods of time, window tracks can become riddled with not only dirt but things like dead insects, small rocks that they make opening and closing a window difficult, and in some cases mold as well.
After cleaning and drying windows professional window cleaners will utilize different tools and materials in order clean window tracks. It's not uncommon to witness professionals utilizing things like a minivac, an old tooth or wire brush, cleaning rags, and specialized cleaning chemicals. Used in conjunction with one another, these things can keep window tracks looking just as clean and just as new as professionally cleaned windows.
Window tracks that are kept clean not only add to the aesthetic beauty of professionally cleaned windows but make windows easier to open and reduce the danger of trying to open windows that get stuck in their tracks.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Mission Viejo window cleaning, and Orange County window cleaning services and Newport Beach window cleaning.
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Saturday, October 27, 2012
Friday, October 26, 2012
Cleaning Windows With Purified Water
There are a lot of different methods, chemicals, and tools that people can utilize to clean their windows. Everything from the right squeegee, soft cloth, cleaning solution, and even stroke can make or break the end result of a window cleaning project. What many individuals often overlook when the time comes to clean their windows is the quality of the water they'll be using.
Different types of water can be found in different neighborhoods and will vary greatly from even home to home. Should a homeowner be savvy enough to know which tools and chemicals to utilize for a window cleaning they still may not have the type of water needed to produce the end results they are looking for. Hard water for example may look fine as it is leaving the hose and running down the window but hard water contains high levels of calcium which can promote streaks and spots on even recently cleaned windows. It also causes buildup over time.
In sharp contrast to hard water and other types of less than desirable water, pure water is the most sought-after type of water in professional window cleaning circles. This is because pure water has all its impurities removed long before it ever reaches the hands of professional cleaners and removes soap and debris from windows far better than tapwater.
Most professional cleaners will have a solid understanding and extensive knowledge of how osmosis is used to purified water and how and why purified water cleans windows far more effectively than any other type of liquid. In a nutshell reverse osmosis removes things I calcium, magnesium, sodium, and even iron from water softening it dramatically and removing things that can scratch, damage, and make windows difficult to clean.
Do-it-yourselfers rarely, if ever, give much thought to the water they are using during a window cleaning project. Furthermore it can be difficult for do-it-yourselfers to obtain purified water especially in any meaningful quantity. Professionals on the other hand generally have access to this type of water and even when they don't can adjust their cleaning techniques accordingly.
Stanley Window Care specializes in window washing companies in Orange County, and Orange County window cleaning services and Newport Beach window cleaning.
Different types of water can be found in different neighborhoods and will vary greatly from even home to home. Should a homeowner be savvy enough to know which tools and chemicals to utilize for a window cleaning they still may not have the type of water needed to produce the end results they are looking for. Hard water for example may look fine as it is leaving the hose and running down the window but hard water contains high levels of calcium which can promote streaks and spots on even recently cleaned windows. It also causes buildup over time.
In sharp contrast to hard water and other types of less than desirable water, pure water is the most sought-after type of water in professional window cleaning circles. This is because pure water has all its impurities removed long before it ever reaches the hands of professional cleaners and removes soap and debris from windows far better than tapwater.
Most professional cleaners will have a solid understanding and extensive knowledge of how osmosis is used to purified water and how and why purified water cleans windows far more effectively than any other type of liquid. In a nutshell reverse osmosis removes things I calcium, magnesium, sodium, and even iron from water softening it dramatically and removing things that can scratch, damage, and make windows difficult to clean.
Do-it-yourselfers rarely, if ever, give much thought to the water they are using during a window cleaning project. Furthermore it can be difficult for do-it-yourselfers to obtain purified water especially in any meaningful quantity. Professionals on the other hand generally have access to this type of water and even when they don't can adjust their cleaning techniques accordingly.
Stanley Window Care specializes in window washing companies in Orange County, and Orange County window cleaning services and Newport Beach window cleaning.
Thursday, October 25, 2012
What Are These Yellow Dots On My windows?
There are a great many things that can cause a window to lose its luster and its clarity. Among them, though rarely spoken of, are little yellow spots. Californians often notice these golden dots all over their cars and homes windows. During certain times of the year these dots will appear in greater numbers making windows look ugly and unkempt. Left untreated these dots can also impede visibility. Not only are they aesthetically displeasing but they are often difficult to remove from windows as well. Despite their commonality and the difficulty people have in removing them, most individuals have no idea what they are or where they come from.
Many individuals believe that they are a substance that falls with morning dew or one that is brought in by rain and other various types of precipitation. What many are surprised to learn however is that these yellow/gold dots found on car and home windows are actually bee excrement. You read right, these yellow and gold dots are the remnants of the pollen that bees consume.
Owners of vehicles can simply move or park their vehicles in a different location, one that's further away from bees but homeowners don't have the luxury of moving their abode to a different location. Although bee droppings are notoriously difficult to clean they don't actually pose any long-term risk to a home's windows and can therefore be cleaned both by homeowners and professional window cleaners. Hiring a professional window cleaner to remove be droppings from a home's windows will always yield greater results and may also see some protective coatings added just after cleaning which make removing future droppings easier. Do-it-yourselfers can also remove be droppings but it will require time, money, and patientce.
Professional window cleaners will have greater success with windows covered in be droppings simply because they have the tools and chemicals necessary to remove just about anything from windows and the experienced hands needed to avoid damaging windows in the process. Things like pressure washers and different chemical soaps can be used both separately and in conjunction with one another remove the little gifts bees leave behind on a homes window. Do-it-yourselfers will quickly find that they will need to invest in expensive tools and chemicals should they wish to remove be droppings from their windows frequently.
Stanley Window Care specializes in window washing companies in Orange County, and Orange County window cleaning services and Newport Beach window cleaning.
Many individuals believe that they are a substance that falls with morning dew or one that is brought in by rain and other various types of precipitation. What many are surprised to learn however is that these yellow/gold dots found on car and home windows are actually bee excrement. You read right, these yellow and gold dots are the remnants of the pollen that bees consume.
Owners of vehicles can simply move or park their vehicles in a different location, one that's further away from bees but homeowners don't have the luxury of moving their abode to a different location. Although bee droppings are notoriously difficult to clean they don't actually pose any long-term risk to a home's windows and can therefore be cleaned both by homeowners and professional window cleaners. Hiring a professional window cleaner to remove be droppings from a home's windows will always yield greater results and may also see some protective coatings added just after cleaning which make removing future droppings easier. Do-it-yourselfers can also remove be droppings but it will require time, money, and patientce.
Professional window cleaners will have greater success with windows covered in be droppings simply because they have the tools and chemicals necessary to remove just about anything from windows and the experienced hands needed to avoid damaging windows in the process. Things like pressure washers and different chemical soaps can be used both separately and in conjunction with one another remove the little gifts bees leave behind on a homes window. Do-it-yourselfers will quickly find that they will need to invest in expensive tools and chemicals should they wish to remove be droppings from their windows frequently.
Stanley Window Care specializes in window washing companies in Orange County, and Orange County window cleaning services and Newport Beach window cleaning.
Friday, August 24, 2012
Hard Water Spot Removal
If you’ve ever tried to get rid of hard water spots, you know how difficult the job is. In the southwest the water is naturally hard due to minerals like calcium, magnesium, or compounds like sulfates and bicarbonates. Makes you want to order bottled water doesn’t it. Here are a few simple ideas to rid your windows of the spots caused by hard water, but the easiest ways to get rid of those spots is to wash them off as soon as you notice them. That isn’t always the easiest thing to do.
We’ll list several items you can mix with water and many are 50% to 50% like water and white vinegar, if the spots have been there for a while, try pure white vinegar, and omit the water. You might want to wear gloves because some of the items might be harsh on your skin.
Use this method by soaking a towel in the mixture and wiping the area down. Keep the towel very wet and soak it on the window if at all possible. Then rinse and hopefully your hard water spots are gone. Use the towel like an eraser on a blackboard, and apply pressure where needed. You can also spray some of the mixtures directly on your window or shower doors.
Other items to mix with water besides vinegar are lemon juice because of its acidic content, and baking soda is another good cleaning agent. Mix the soda into a paste and apply to the window, let it sit for a few seconds, then wipe and rinse clean.
Rubbing alcohol, toothpaste, yes I said toothpaste, powdered dishwashing detergent, and ammonia are all suggestions. Be careful with ammonia, never mix it with other chemicals like bleach because that is dangerous and can cause lung damage.
Some say cola is good for cleaning hard spots off your windows, but that may attract ants. Any type of acid is also dangerous and can cause irreparable damage to your clothing or furnishings. Steel wool may also help and use it to polish the glass and it shouldn’t scratch it.
If all else fails, try using commercial window cleaners. The only other option you may have is to cover those windows with curtains or blinds so you can’t see the hard spots. The final solution may be to replace the glass in the window. If you do that, be sure that water does not hit the window or you’ll have to start all over again.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Mission Viejo window cleaning and Orange County hard water stain removal.
We’ll list several items you can mix with water and many are 50% to 50% like water and white vinegar, if the spots have been there for a while, try pure white vinegar, and omit the water. You might want to wear gloves because some of the items might be harsh on your skin.
Use this method by soaking a towel in the mixture and wiping the area down. Keep the towel very wet and soak it on the window if at all possible. Then rinse and hopefully your hard water spots are gone. Use the towel like an eraser on a blackboard, and apply pressure where needed. You can also spray some of the mixtures directly on your window or shower doors.
Other items to mix with water besides vinegar are lemon juice because of its acidic content, and baking soda is another good cleaning agent. Mix the soda into a paste and apply to the window, let it sit for a few seconds, then wipe and rinse clean.
Rubbing alcohol, toothpaste, yes I said toothpaste, powdered dishwashing detergent, and ammonia are all suggestions. Be careful with ammonia, never mix it with other chemicals like bleach because that is dangerous and can cause lung damage.
Some say cola is good for cleaning hard spots off your windows, but that may attract ants. Any type of acid is also dangerous and can cause irreparable damage to your clothing or furnishings. Steel wool may also help and use it to polish the glass and it shouldn’t scratch it.
If all else fails, try using commercial window cleaners. The only other option you may have is to cover those windows with curtains or blinds so you can’t see the hard spots. The final solution may be to replace the glass in the window. If you do that, be sure that water does not hit the window or you’ll have to start all over again.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Mission Viejo window cleaning and Orange County hard water stain removal.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Summer Window Cleaning: Planning Ahead
There are a lot of things that can there are a lot of things that can "dirty up windows" year-round. In the winter things like precipitation and debris from winds and other inclement weather make keeping windows clean somewhat difficult. In the summer however the extreme heat and humidity can increase the mold and mildew count in air dramatically. The thicker these things become the more likely it is that they will begin growing on a homes windows.
Of course calling in a professional during the summer is the first choice of many homeowners however due to budgetary reasons some homeowners may have no choice but to keep their windows clean themselves. Cleaning a home's windows in the summertime presents a great number of challenges to the layperson, challenges which must be met if a homeowner wants their windows looking clean and healthy.
During the summertime homeowners need to keep a close eye on their windows and look for spots on windows that are turning green or blotchy. This can be a sign of mold and mildew growth. While not all windows on a home will grow mildew and mold during the summertime all are susceptible to it because of the high heat and humidity so homeowners must remain vigilant throughout the entire season.
Mold and mildew aside there are other challenges homeowners must face when cleaning windows in the summertime. Selecting chemicals, soaps, tools, and keeping a close eye on hydration, personal safety, and even streaks are all very important. The summertime and its extreme heat can present homeowners with a unique challenge that they won't face during other seasons. The high heat and humidity not only promote mold and mildew growth but make drying windows a chore. While in the winter, and even spring months of the year windows can be washed and dried rather easily summer window cleaning will see soaps and chemicals often dry out rather quickly during the summer months of the year which means an individual must re-wash them immediately to avoid streaks, dried soap marks, and even hard water stains.
In order to properly clean their own windows during the summer homeowners should spend some time formulating a plan of attack. Such plans might include cleaning the windows of a home before sunrise or at least in the early morning hours before the sun has a chance to begin baking a home, and/or working at dusk or just after sunset. Other plans might include involving other family members to help so that windows can be dried quickly and properly. Family members can even split up and tackle different parts of a home in order to expedite the project. Deciding on which type of chemicals and tools to use in advance will also make cleaning windows in the summer less arduous and can even make the job run smoother and more efficiently.
Nobody wants to spend time working outside of their home during the hottest months of the year but by planning in advance and knowing what to look for prior to undertaking any job homeowners can complete the job much quicker than normal and doing so will ensure better end results as well.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Anaheim window cleaning and window cleaning in Orange County.
Of course calling in a professional during the summer is the first choice of many homeowners however due to budgetary reasons some homeowners may have no choice but to keep their windows clean themselves. Cleaning a home's windows in the summertime presents a great number of challenges to the layperson, challenges which must be met if a homeowner wants their windows looking clean and healthy.
During the summertime homeowners need to keep a close eye on their windows and look for spots on windows that are turning green or blotchy. This can be a sign of mold and mildew growth. While not all windows on a home will grow mildew and mold during the summertime all are susceptible to it because of the high heat and humidity so homeowners must remain vigilant throughout the entire season.
Mold and mildew aside there are other challenges homeowners must face when cleaning windows in the summertime. Selecting chemicals, soaps, tools, and keeping a close eye on hydration, personal safety, and even streaks are all very important. The summertime and its extreme heat can present homeowners with a unique challenge that they won't face during other seasons. The high heat and humidity not only promote mold and mildew growth but make drying windows a chore. While in the winter, and even spring months of the year windows can be washed and dried rather easily summer window cleaning will see soaps and chemicals often dry out rather quickly during the summer months of the year which means an individual must re-wash them immediately to avoid streaks, dried soap marks, and even hard water stains.
In order to properly clean their own windows during the summer homeowners should spend some time formulating a plan of attack. Such plans might include cleaning the windows of a home before sunrise or at least in the early morning hours before the sun has a chance to begin baking a home, and/or working at dusk or just after sunset. Other plans might include involving other family members to help so that windows can be dried quickly and properly. Family members can even split up and tackle different parts of a home in order to expedite the project. Deciding on which type of chemicals and tools to use in advance will also make cleaning windows in the summer less arduous and can even make the job run smoother and more efficiently.
Nobody wants to spend time working outside of their home during the hottest months of the year but by planning in advance and knowing what to look for prior to undertaking any job homeowners can complete the job much quicker than normal and doing so will ensure better end results as well.
Stanley Window Care specializes in Orange County window cleaning, and Anaheim window cleaning and window cleaning in Orange County.
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