Rating of effective and popular streak-free window cleaning products

Complete cleaning of the house is impossible without washing the windows.

To keep them clean, they have to be processed frequently, because everything is noticeable on transparent glass: from rain stains to fingerprints.

Special cleaning products, which will be discussed in the article, help make window care easier.

What are they and how to choose them correctly?

Window cleaning products differ in composition. Main varieties:

1. Products in which the main component is alcohol. It can be different:
   • isopropyl (dissolves fats and light stains well, does not require rinsing, is inexpensive),
   • benzyl with the addition of surfactants (copes well with complex stains),
   • ammonia (perfectly removes even stubborn stains, does not leave streaks on the glass, and gives it shine).
2. Products based on plant surfactants (surfactants). Such compositions are safe for human health and do not harm the environment. They are not capable of causing allergies, do not have a strong odor, and cope well with dust, dirt and degreasing glass. However, it costs more than liquids based on synthetic surfactants and alcohols.

In addition to the main components, auxiliary substances are added to glass cleaning products. They are necessary to enhance the effect. These include:

1. Antistatic agents. After treating the glass with such a liquid, small particles of dust and dirt from the air will not stick to it, so the windows can be washed less often.
2. Silicone. It forms a thin invisible film on the glass, increasing its dirt-repellent properties.
3. Acid. There is no need to choose such products for cleaning windows. Compositions with acids will be effective when cleaning the bathroom, as they have the property of dissolving limescale.
4. Water repellents. They allow raindrops not to linger on the glass, so it remains clean even after several showers.

• price - not always a high cost - it is a guarantee of quality, often it consists of the markup of the retail outlet and brand recognition, although more economical brands may have a similar composition;
• smell - it should be pleasant and not harsh;
• packaging features - it is most convenient to use containers with a spray bottle;
• safe composition - it should not contain toxic components that can harm health.

Top 10 best cleaning compounds

The most popular window cleaning compounds:

Spray Clin Windows and glass Lemon with water-repellent formula

The composition can be used to clean windows, mirrors and glass surfaces. If you turn the cap to the left, the spray will foam perfectly, which allows you to cope with stubborn dirt.

When turned to the right, the liquid will simply spray without forming foam (this method is suitable for removing dust and simple stains).The dispenser is equipped with a lock that protects against accidental pressing.

The cost of a 500 ml bottle starts from 140 rubles.

Ecover Window and Glass Cleaner

This is a biodegradable product based on nonionic surfactants., the concentration of which does not exceed 5%. Also contains alcohol, citric acid and water. The liquid has a pleasant lemon smell.

The cost of a bottle with a spray is 420 rubles.

Synergetic

This is an inexpensive biodegradable and hypoallergenic composition, which has an antibacterial effect and also does not contain components that can provoke allergies.

It is based on A-tensides and K-tensides of plant origin. Isopropyl alcohol acts as excipients. The flavoring is represented by natural flower extract. The liquid is easy to apply, does not leave streaks, and forms a film on the glass that prevents dust and dirt from settling.

The cost of the bottle is 115 rubles.

Liquid Karcher

This is a concentrated composition that must be diluted with water in a ratio of 1:10 before use.. The product is used very economically. It is based on nonionic surfactants, ammonia and nonionic tensides. The liquid can be used for manual window treatment and poured into Karcher devices.

A 500 ml bottle costs 350 rubles.

Cinderella Clean windows

This is a budget product that is suitable for different types of glass. It can be safely applied to plastic window parts, since it contains no aggressive components. The liquid is based on isopropyl alcohol and a mixture of surfactants.

After application, the composition does not require rinsing. Available in both spray bottles and refills.

The cost of 0.75 l is 50 rubles.

Meine Liebe

This detergent meets all modern safety requirements. It is completely biodegradable and does not contain alcohol. The basis is solvents and anionic surfactants.

The spray smells pleasant of berries. It can be safely applied to plastic surfaces. The formula is enhanced with antistatic agents.

Price – 150 rubles.

Frosch

This composition does not contain alcohol, its base is represented by AmSurfactants and water-based solvents. The bottle is equipped with a sprayer, thanks to which the liquid is consumed economically.

Cost – 250 rubles.

Unicum

The product copes well with various contaminants and can be applied to plastic. After washing, a protective layer remains on the surface, which prevents dust from sticking. The composition does not include alcohol, the base is represented by surfactants and solvents.

Price – 125 rubles.

Sanita with Anti-dust + alcohol formula

Window cleaner based on isopropyl alcohol, solvents and surfactants (anionic and nonionic). The formula of this product is supplemented with silicone, which creates an invisible film on the glass and repels dust. This composition copes well even with complex stains.

Price – 110 rubles.

Help

This is a budget product based on isopropyl alcohol, surfactants and acids. The composition copes well with dirt and fingerprints, protects against dust, and does not leave behind streaks. There is no need to rinse it off; just wipe the cleaned surface dry with a napkin.

The price for a 750 ml bottle with a sprayer is 70 rubles.

Wipes for cleaning glass

In addition to liquid glass cleaners, you can purchase special wipes. They make housework easier, remove dirt, dust, fly marks, fingerprints and more.

On sale you can find napkins made from the following materials:

1. Cellulose. It absorbs liquid well, collects dust and does not leave behind streaks.Use wet wipes.
2. Microfiber. This synthetic material polishes glass without leaving streaks. Napkins are used both dry and wet. Microfiber products are reusable and washable.
3. Viscose. Such napkins have an antistatic effect, do not electrify the surface, but due to their natural composition (compressed wood cellulose), they quickly begin to emit unpleasant odors. Therefore, they will have to be changed frequently.
4. Bamboo. This material perfectly absorbs moisture and dirt and does not absorb foreign odors.

Top 3 best wipes for cleaning glass:

1. Clean microfiber cloths for windows. The set includes 2 pieces. The products are not impregnated with foreign compounds, are durable, and odorless. The cost of packaging is 215 rubles.
2. Vileda cloth for cleaning windows. This product is made of viscose with the addition of polyester. It can be washed in a machine. The price of 1 piece is 320 rubles.
3. aQualine faux suede window and mirror cloth. The size of the product is 35x40 cm. The fabric is not afraid of washing at high temperatures (up to 95 degrees). Price – 150 rubles per piece.

Helpful information

Tips for washing glass and choosing detergents:

• if the windows face a busy road, then it is better to choose the strongest composition that will help cope with persistent stains and prevent dust from settling on the glass;
• when the windows are not very dirty, they can be treated with a napkin, without the use of special compounds;
• Before you start washing the glass, you need to clean the frame from dust and dirt so that after it gets wet it doesn’t get on the window.

You will find a lot of important and useful information about fast and effective window cleaning in this section.

Conclusion

Glass cleaners make the job much easier. They not only remove dirt well, but also allow you to do it less often, as they form an invisible film on the surface that repels dust and water.

The consumer has the opportunity to choose a product at a price that suits him, since the range is quite diverse.