Professional success requires maximum efficacy and efficiency in all endeavors. In the same way, professional window cleaning isn't any different. Use the best equipment and methods if you intend to make a living from glass cleaning.
Fortunately, I will let you in on a little secret about what supplies you'll need to detail the windows properly. If you've been using any ordinary cloth to clean your squeegee and fine-tune the edges, you should pay attention.
Throw away your stained and threadbare tees, boxer shorts, terrycloth rags, and worn-out bath towels. Wear appropriate clothing at all times! Listed below are some superior options:
1) Blue surgical drapes
2) A fabric is known as a Scrim
3) A high-quality microfiber cloth
4) A classic leather chamois
Towels used in surgery; are sometimes known as huck towels. In the medical field, these lint-free towels are used to absorb blood and other fluids. Super absorbent and virtually lint-free. Because they do a good job and are easy to find, they are the go-to for most window washers. You can acquire them from any janitorial supply store or place an online order with a company that specializes in window cleaning supplies.
You should try a scrim as a backup plan. In my opinion, they are superior to surgical towels in terms of both quality and effectiveness. They are more expensive and can only be obtained through special internet orders. Linen fibers are both extremely durable and absorbent, which is why they were used to make the scrim. It's significantly larger than standard surgical towels, which means you won't need to replace them as often but may make you feel ungainly to some. It will take some time to get used to. Additionally, you should wash it a few times to "break it in."
Many individuals today choose to use microfiber cleaning cloths. The majority of the time, they won't leave you covered in lint. Superfine strands of polyester fiber are woven together to create microfiber towels. Some of these man-made fabrics, however, do not have the same absorption capacity as their natural-fiber counterparts. Quality varies widely from product to product, regardless of the material. Invest in high-quality ones if you plan on using them to refine the appearance of window frames.
Some window washers still use the tried-and-true method of using a leather chamois. Since they're made of leather there won't be any lint on them at all. The fibers won't get left behind on the glass or squeegee blade, which is a major plus. On the downside, they require upkeep. You see, chamois needs to be treated like the high-quality Italian leather that it is. If it dries out, it may become stiff and require breaking in again. There are many seasoned window washers who will only use them, so you should give them some thought.
So far, I've talked about the detailed clothes you use. However, after squeegeeing the window, water will collect at the bottom of the sill, so you may need a second cloth to wipe it off. After all, you wouldn't want to ruin your nice clothes by using them to mop up spills, would you? A good water-absorbent material that can be squeezed dry is what you need here. Therefore, you will just need to bring one product along instead of twenty washcloths.
An all-natural sea sponge or an advanced synthetic cloth like an Aquadry towel or a Shamwow would be ideal for this job. PVA is the material used to make these rags. It's an extremely absorbent material that can be quickly squeezed dry. When dry, it has the texture of rubber, but when wet, it takes on the consistency of a leather chamois.
Are You Still Using Cotton Cleaning Cloths?
The window cleaning cloths are still fantastic for polishing and other tasks that require a soft and absorbent cloth, but once you get your hands on some microfiber cleaning cloths, you can put the cotton aside.
The polyester used to make microfiber cloths may seem like a throwback to the 1970s (and nylon). In the 21st century, this cloth is the ultimate cleaning tool.
Why?
This super-absorbent and incredibly strong microfibre can hold seven times its weight in water. Because of its special qualities, it is also great for cleaning glass, as it does not leave streaks.
If you're trying to make your home more eco-friendly and natural, microfiber is a terrific product to use for cleaning.
You shouldn't use a potentially harmful cleaning solution on a surface that will be cleaned with microfiber cloths unless you need to sterilize it. Microfiber is ideal for cleaning surfaces like mirrors, windows, walls, and non-food or bathroom counters with merely hot water.
You may discover a variety of microfiber mops, dusters, and sponges, such as...
1. Toss in the broom
2. Cloths designed for dusting
3. Difficult-to-reach places: window-cleaning
4. Cloths for scrubbing
5. Cotton swabs for dusting and polishing furniture
Here are a few things to remember when using microfiber cleaning cloths
Typically, you get what you pay for. If something appears to be very low in quality, it probably is. Towels with more and finer fiber heads are preferred because of their superior softness.
Rinse it in hot water, squeeze out the excess water, and then use it to clean.
Microfiber should be washed separately from regular clothes and never treated with bleach or softener.
Microfiber cloths must be washed separately from other items of clothes and materials. They will draw lint from these products, ruining the lint-free sheen you worked so hard to achieve.
Put them in the dryer to dry (not too high or they will melt). I suppose some folks use clotheslines, though.
