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Installing Windows Did you just install new Windows or glass panels in your home or business? You want to make sure you take the best care of it you both so it looks its best and will last for as long as it possibly can, because taking care of your windows also means taking care of the frame. The first step in caring for your glass is to ensure that it is handled correctly and safely from the start preventing it from getting chipped or scratched.

When you have new windows installed you will usually be given cleaning instructions for them from the manufacturer, they will tell you if there are any products that you should not use for cleaning your windows. It is also important you remove any stickers on new windows once fitted as they can stain the window and can cause thermal damage. If you accidently spill paint or plaster onto the window you should clean it off immediately before it has chance to dry. If there is any cement, mortar, or plaster dust present from remodeling, then water shouldn't be allowed to flow over the glass.

Rinse any dirt off of the glass with plenty of clean water before washing them with warm water and mild soap or a proper glass cleaner. You should only use a soft, clean cloth or sponge and make sure it doesn't have any grit on it. Rinse your window clean before you use a clean squeegee to dry the surface. You will also want it to be free of grit. Never use any harsh abrasive cleaners, solvents, or alkaline on your windows. Don't allow the water from your sprinkler system to be left on the glass to dry naturally.

Glass Cleaning Technique Never, ever use metal scrapers or blades to remove dirt or other materials from your glass, unless they are specifically designed for use on windows.

Although most people use it to clean their windows the most common damaging element for windows is actually water. When it comes into contact with your glass, it can cause the sodium atoms in the glass to trade places with the hydrogen atoms in the water. This will leave your glass with too many calcium atoms and they can react to the carbon dioxide in the air. When this happens it can cause an insoluble film on your glass, which in time can cause visible defects in your glass.

It is very important to care for and clean your glass properly so that it will retain its clarity and prolong its life as long as possible. You don't want to have cloudy or water stained windows, if you follow the tips above you should have clear, beautiful windows for years to come.