It’s tempting to buy an off-the-shelf window cleaner, but it’s not always the best choice. “Try to avoid standard cleaners like Windex,” says Jen Stark. They are not strong enough to loosen all fatty compounds. Not only do they leave a light film on your windows, but they can also leave streaks.”
The homemade window cleaners featured here aren’t just an alternative to common store-bought window cleaners, they’re actually better than them!
It’s best not to use ammonia either, even though it’s often sold to us as a homemade window cleaner. “I personally don’t recommend it because it’s a corrosive gas,” says Beth McCallum. It’s obviously a powerful cleaner, but even when diluted in water, it can damage the composition of your windows.
Also, you shouldn’t just use water to properly polish your windows. It may seem harmless, but “it will definitely leave streaks,” says McCallum. Also avoid rinsing followingwards. When it comes to homemade window cleaners, it’s best not to overdo it. And you should always use water plus a cleaning agent.
