There’s nothing more satisfying than giving your windows a good clean. This task makes your home look brighter and cleaner, but unfortunately, it’s not always easy.
Fingerprints, streaks, and dirt can all appear pretty easily on your windows, and it seems like no amount of wiping can keep them clean for very long. Certain gadgets like window vacs can simplify the job, but if you haven’t got one, don’t fret. According to one cleaning expert on TikTok, two very simple household ingredients can banish all manner of marks from your windows, making them look new again.
Lifestyle influencer Chantel Mila, who boasts more than one million followers on TikTok, is no stranger to helping people with cleaning woes.
She has recommended a foolproof window cleaning technique that cuts through dirt and grime, leaving windows “sparkling clean” once again.
And you don’t need any pricey products either – white vinegar and dish soap, which you’ll probably already have at home, are the secret to perfectly shining windows.
The trick is even easier to carry out. All you need to do is grab a container and fill it with four cups of water, followed by two cups of white vinegar.
Then, add in a quarter of a cup of dish soap and gently mix it together to combine.
You can also add a few drops of peppermint oil if you like, as this will help repel pests and make the mixture smell lovely and fresh. However, Chantel warned not to do this if you live in a household with pets, as it can be toxic to animals.
You can then put the mixture into a spray bottle and apply it liberally to your windows before wiping it away with a microfibre cloth or a brush.
Chantel demonstrated on her home windows, adding, “This powerful mix cuts through tough grime, dirt, and grease.”
She says this is the “secret” to achieving perfectly clean windows. With just two ingredients, it’s also very affordable yet effective.