Pro cleaners reveal the simple, streak‑free method for washing windows—and the common mistakes that make them look worse.

It doesn’t take much to get a window dirty. Dust, smudges, fingerprints, and streaks can attract the eye and make an entire room appear less tidy. Dirty windows are a persistent problem, and they need ...

If you have a house filled with windows, getting them clean is a whole-day cleaning activity. And once you're finished putting the shine on all that glass, the dirty screens are even more visible.

I'm a fan of spray cleaners, but I'll admit it - my trigger finger tends to get tired, especially when I'm cleaning windows and bathroom mirrors. And then there's the race to wipe the surface before ...

Cleaning experts agree—these DIY solutions work better than the store-bought stuff. Of all the household chores we do, one of the trickiest is window cleaning. If a smudge of dirt or smear of residue ...

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A dish soap solution makes a powerful DIY window cleaner that cuts through grime without leaving streaks. Avoid cleaning windows in direct sunlight and be sure to use clean tools to avoid streaks.

How much natural light pours in from windows can make or break a space’s ambience. But if you don’t know how to clean windows properly, even rooms with coveted southern exposure won’t shine to their ...

Dianne Hoffmaster is a writer and green living expert. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with a minor in Health Management and Policy. These days, harsh chemical cleaners are so passé. A ...