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Much like cleaning windows, cleaning your window screens is vital to maintaining durable screens that keep bugs and debris from entering your home when your windows are open. If you want to keep your window screens in perfect condition and make your cleaning process super simple, then you’re in the right place.
At Euroseal, we acknowledge that screen cleaning is as essential as window cleaning, so we’ve created this comprehensive guide to cleaning window screens, alongside the tools you’ll need and the steps you can follow.
Like your windows and doors, having clean windows will help your screens last longer by removing debris and material that can impact durability and longevity.
Not only is having clean windows and screens a crucial part of maintaining a happy and healthy home, but it’s also a central part of removing bio-matter with high-acidity content that can weaken the structure of your window screen. Dirty window screens can also detract from your home, making it look dirtier than it is.
Window screens made with high-quality products will take longer to rust or degrade, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect your screens. Dirty screens will impair visibility, meaning even the cleanest windows provide limited visibility.
Dirty window screens will also impact your air quality. If your window screen is full of loose dirt, then any air will blow this dust and debris into your home when you open your window on a sunny day. So, to ensure your air is of the highest quality, give your window screen a deeper clean today.
Before starting your cleaning process, you’ll need to gather the correct tools. Here’s what you’ll need to create the perfect cleaning solution, remove debris and start enjoying sparkling screens:
Here are the six steps to follow if you want to remove dirt from your window screen:
The first step to removing dirt is to run a lint roller over the screen’s surface to remove loose dirt. Loose dirt, while harmless at first, will eventually settle into the crevices around the screen and form hard grime that’s difficult to remove.
You can also run this around your screen, door and window frames to remove any sticky debris that accumulates year-round. Avoid using the lint roller on any window glass, as this may leave a sticky residue.
Once you’ve removed the initial layer of loose dirt, you can use a vacuum with a nozzle attachment to remove more stubborn dirt. Consider focusing this around the frame’s borders and any runners that may harbour more dirt and dust. It’s essential to vacuum both sides of the frame to remove stubborn dirt that may have covered both sides of the wire.
Like window cleaning, the next step to cleaning your window screen is to create a solution of hot soapy water to dissolve the hardened grime on the wire. If you can, submerge the screen in this solution instead of just doing a rinse, as this will give the solution more opportunity to break up greasy grime.
If you cannot wholly submerge your screens in a container, take a large sponge and soak the screen as much as possible. You can also scrub at hardened grime if necessary. Better yet, consider using a spray bottle for targeted solutions and leaving this to soak on stubborn grime for 10 minutes and wipe away when done.
Once you’re done removing the hardened grime, you can rinse the screen with clean water. Make sure you remove all soap residue to ensure that you don’t leave behind a sticky residue that can transfer to your windows, making window cleaning harder. Don’t use pressure washers for screen or window cleaning, as this could cause damage if used on high settings.
You can quickly dry your window screen with microfibre cloths or old towels before reinstalling them. Drying them thoroughly ensures that you don’t allow moisture to accumulate, which can lead to rusting, impacting weather resistance over time.
Giving your windows a clean with white vinegar, hot soapy water or even just a quick wipe down will ensure that your windows gleam through your screens, giving your home the TLC it deserves.
Is screen and window cleaning not cutting it? Thinking about having new windows installed? Euroseal Windows & Doors can help! Our window and door replacement company helps you elevate your home by installing stunning windows that improve energy efficiency, save on energy costs, and give your home the new shine it needs.
We’re your number one Canadian choice for window and door replacement services in Concord and The Greater Toronto area. We manufacture and install a wide range of windows to sit behind protective window screens that keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Contact us today to find out why our past clients recommend our services or browse through our windows online today.
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