How To Clean Your Window Screens

You can spend hours cleaning the glass on your windows without realizing that the real issue may instead be dirty window screens. While this may seem like a simple task that brings exponential cleanliness to where you gaze out into your yard, homeowners generally dread the process.

However, it is not as labor-intensive as you may think. Most of the time, issues arise from cleaning window screens incorrectly, causing them to stretch or tear.

Consider the following six steps that The Window Depot has collated for you to safely and comprehensively clean your window screens. In doing so, you will take an ordinarily arduous process and make it as easy as going to the car wash.

Steps To Clean Your Screens

Safe Removal From Your Window - Do not clean your window screens while they are still attached to the frame of your window, as any pressure could stretch the screen itself or damage them permanently. Instead, unlatch them from your window frame before you begin.

Vacuum The Screens - This step removes all dust, cobwebs, and other surface contaminants easily lifted with vacuum suction. One of the more integral reasons to vacuum first is to keep you from rubbing this dust and debris around while wiping the screens later.

Mix A Safe Solution - What type of solution you create to remove grime buildup on your window screens does matter, and equally, it should be as gentle as possible. Consider mixing some dish soap with warm water from the faucet for cleaning.

Gently Scrub The Surface - During this step, always make sure you do not scrub too hard. Use a soft-bristle brush and lightly scrub the solution from step three against your screens, focusing most of the attention on areas with the most dirt that needs removal.

Rinse Thoroughly - While scrubbing, you should notice surface contaminants running off the screen, and it starts to look clean again. Once you are satisfied with the amount of removal, rinse the entire screen free of your cleaning solution to ensure all areas have been tended to.

Reattach Your Screens - Finally, return your screens to their appropriate window frames after letting them dry. Consider making sure they are completely dry to avoid water runoff from finding its way into the frame of your windows.

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Being a quality window installation company, the Window Depot knows just what it takes to safely and accurately clean both your window glass and the screens you may use during the warmer months! With a team of experts on window installation, maintenance, and design, the Window Depot is your best choice in home improvements in the Tampa Bay area.

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