Tips for cleaning windows better.

By Monica Laliberte, executive producer / journalist specializing in consumer relations.

Since windows can look dirtier in direct sunlight, Consumer Reports recommends the best cleaning methods to keep them looking good this summer.

Instead of first cleaning the glass, the magazine told him to first clean and vacuum the window frame.

Once you have cleaned the frame, you can clean the glass. However, the magazine recommends cleaning the windows on days when there are more clouds than the sun.

According to Haniya Rae, Editor-in-Chief of Consumer Reports, the best time to clean window glass on cloudy days is when the heat in a sunny climate can dry the window cleaner too fast and possibly leave streaks on the windows. Window .

Some things to avoid when cleaning windows are ammonia-based cleaners as they can leave marks.

The magazine also recommends not drying the recently cleaned windows with paper towels as they could leave lint on the glass. According to consumer reports, the best way to dry your windows is by using a squeegee and wiping off excess liquid with a lint-free cloth.

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