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Tips for Seasonal Cleaning
Each season brings its set of varied problems regarding cleaning car windows. During
winter, for example, some kind of hazy film can be created on your windows due to ice
melted by road salt, which spreads onto the highways. To battle this, it is good to work
with warm water, which does more to dissolve the salt. During the spring, when pollen counts are heavy, it can accumulate and blind you if your car sits outside. A light cleaner suitable for both exterior and interior surfaces will cleanly remove this pollen without scratching the glass. Summer brings another particular problem in bug splatters. Cleaning these off immediately can help avoid the acidic bug residue from etching into the glass.
That said, the beauty of autumn also signals the chaos of falling leaves leaving behind
sap and other residues. The secret to clean windows across eventual seasons is
adjusting your cleaning schedule accordingly.
Streak Prevention Tips
The most usual source of annoyance when cleaning windows is streaking. To avoid this
altogether, it's best to clean your windows when the car is cool and parked in the shade.
The direct sun will tend to evaporate the cleaner before you will have time for removal, hence leaving it streaked. One pro tip regarding this: circular motions allow even coverage of the cleaning solution across a surface. Another critical factor is water used for the cleaning solution. Distilled water does not contain the minerals that are contained
in normal tap water, so using it will prevent streaking. Lastly, on the final wipe, use a
clean and completely dry microfiber cloth. These will make quite a difference and
greatly reduce any chance of streaks, leaving your windows sparkling.
When to Seek Professional Help
While regular maintenance can go a long way in keeping your car windows clean, there
are times when professional help may turn indispensable. From stubborn stains that
simply wouldn't go away to hazy films that build up over time and just wouldn't budge
despite all your best efforts to take them off, professional cleaners will have access to
such industrial cleaners and techniques that may be unavailable to the average
consumer, and who knows how to tackle those situations effectively. If you see streaks
continue to come up regularly, or if you feel like there is a cloudy type of film on your
windows, then it may be time to get a professional involved for a deep clean.
Professionals can even repair any damage done to your car's windows, from chips to
full-on cracks, to keep your windows clear and safe.
Safety Benefits of Clear Windows
Apart from aesthetics, a clear window is an aspect of safe driving to boot. It offers clear
vision that may be leading to make informed decisions while on board. There will be a
lesser chance of acquiring accidents since you are able to see pedestrians, bikers, or
other cars around. A clean windshield also prevents undue glare from the sun, which
can be very distracting. And during rainy or foggy weather, the clear windowpanes cannot hamper your view much more than it already has and allow you to drive around safely.
Lastly, having crystal-clear windows improves the overall driving experience
