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    Woman shares two-ingredient hack for streak-free windows that'll take 10 minutes

    By Katherine McPhillips & Erin Rose Humphrey,

    8 hours ago
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    Many folks loathe the chore of window glass cleaning , often a time-consuming task requiring an arsenal of costly products to keep the panes gleaming and streak-free.

    Yet, Eliza Cross, a cleaning guru and the brains behind Happy Simple Living, has let slip that the "best way to clean windows without streaks" is by whipping up a DIY concoction with staples from your pantry.

    She revealed: "Professional window cleaning can sometimes be quite expensive. Instead, you can wash your own windows with materials you probably already have around the house - and pocket the savings."

    It might raise eyebrows, but a combo of dish soap and the same white vinegar you sprinkle on fries turns out to be a top-notch window cleaner, adept at dissolving grime and other stubborn films on your windows.

    The secret to vinegar's effectiveness lies in its quick evaporation compared to water, ensuring it doesn't leave any streaky evidence behind, so you're left with nothing but crystal-clear windows in a flash, reports the Express .

    Vinegar's superpower as a cleanser comes from its acidity, which not only tackles the misty condensation that often plagues windows during the fall but also makes short work of any blemishes on the glass.

    Dish soap brings its own magic to the mix, engineered to slice through grease and loosen up those pesky, persistent stains on glass, making them a breeze to banish.

    For streak-free shine, did you know old newspapers might be your best friend?

    This classic life-hack requires nothing more than a bit of newsprint for windows that sparkle. According to Eliza, "In case you're wondering, newspaper is the perfect medium for washing windows because the newsprint's slightly abrasive texture gets the glass squeaky clean."

    Ready to whip up a homemade concoction for crystal clear panes?

    Here's all you need to do:.

    First, mix water, vinegar, and a drop of dish soap in a spray bottlethats your magic potion. Spot any stubborn gunk on the glass?

    A damp sponge is your pre-clean warrior.

    Now, glove up, and fold your newspaper into a handy square think old-school paper towel size. When youre set, spritz and swipe that DIY cleaner across the window.

    Remembergo horizontal on the outside, vertical inside. This way, any streaks will practically announce which side theyre clinging to, making them easier to banish.

    Newspaper getting grimy or soggy?

    Toss it in the recycling bin and grab another sheet. Keep a cloth at hand for drips.

    Once finished, inspect your handiwork. Horizontal lines suggest outer grime; vertical stripes hint at an indoor redo.

    Keep at it, and those windows will be gleaming in no time!

    Nevertheless, this whole cleanup routine shouldn't take more than about 10 to 15 minutes, which means spick-and-span windows are just moments away without breaking a sweat.

    Eliza remarked: "With a little elbow grease, your windows will soon be sparkling and streak-free! ".

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