How To Clean Outside Windows – The Guide To Getting It Done

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How to Clean Outside Windows: Tackling The Job

Cleaning external windows is easier said than done in some instances and if left uncared for, it can severely reduce the elegance of a home.

Windows that are especially high up, collect tough stains etc., complicate cleaning outside windows, as does insufficient awareness of cleaning techniques.

To save you any frustration, Planet will talk you through how to clean windows outside so that you can keep them twinkling in the sunshine and preserve your home’s appealing look.

The Groundwork for Window Cleaning & Safety Guidance

Have a look at the weather forecast. You want mild conditions and an overcast day without any rain so that no streaks are left behind after you’re done.

On the appropriate day, get armed with the relevant tools: a squeegee, bucket, microfibre cloth and suitable cleaning product.

In terms of how to clean windows outside that are situated in awkward spots, safety must come first. Put down a secure ladder on a stable surface and grab hold of an extension pole so that you’re not having to overreach.

A squeegee being used to clean a window

Cleaning Steps: Strategies for Scrubbing, Rinsing, and Drying

Window surfaces need to be free of any debris and shift dirt with a hose. Place a sponge or brush in soapy water ahead of using it to rid grime from the windows with a decent scrub.

Cleaning is best accomplished with a circular motion. After the scrubbing is done, rinse the windows to wash away any soap.

Dry them off with either a squeegee or microfibre cloth so no streaks are caused or water spots.

A lady cleaning her window with a cloth

Safe Use of Ladders vs Non-Ladder Use

When you have to rely on a ladder to get to the highest windows, ensure it is on reliable ground and placed at the right angle. You should always have three points of cleaning and not have to overreach.

For a safer method, stay on the ground and use a water-fed pole or specialised cleaning systems that include an extendable brush and water jet.

There’s much less risk involved in reaching those inconveniently positioned windows when you refrain from relying on a ladder.

A lady using an extended pole and squeegee to clean a window

Further product maintenance advice and tips on how to clean windows outside can be located in our helpful guides or schedule a visit to our showroom to gather more cleaning information from our expert team.

The simplest window style to clean is the tilt and turn design, which is included in our vast window collection. You can get to both sides of the window without ladders or any such instruments, no danger.

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