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Ammonia is a universal solvent that penetrates deep into impurities and removes them. That is why windows after washing with it shine and shine like on the first day after installation (or even brighter, given that a lot of dust rises during installation). The main thing is to prepare the solution correctly.
Preparing window cleaner
The composition recipe depends on how dirty the windows are and what specific effect you plan to achieve after washing them (of course, except for “just cleanliness”):
For everyday or regular window cleaning – 5 ml (teaspoon) of ammonia is required for 5 liters of clean water. If half a bucket of solution is not needed, then you can reduce the amount. It will be enough to add a few drops of ammonia to a glass of water;
For “major” cleaning, washing dirty windows (for example, located on the roof, in the garage, in the boiler room, and so on), you will need to prepare a stronger solution. For 4 liters of water – 100 ml of ammonia. You can also add 100 ml of vinegar, 2 tablespoons of starch and literally a pinch or a drop of the Blue universal dye to the composition;
For autumn cleaning with the preparation of an apartment or house for a cold winter, you will need to prepare a solution that will not only wash dirt off the glass, but also protect them from condensation and ice. To do this, 1 glass of water is mixed with 100-200 ml of glycerin and 5 ml of ammonia.
Mixing must be carried out in a clean, fat-free container. This will help keep the composition effective.
How to wash windows with ammonia (work stages)
For really high-quality window cleaning, you will need not only ammonia, but also a little preparation. You will need:
A spray bottle for applying a solution of ammonia to a window. If glycerin is added to the mixture, then after use it will only be thrown away. If there is no spray gun, then you can get by with a sponge;
Two soft wipes made from lint-free material. For example, microfiber. Towels won’t fit. One of the napkins is needed to collect excess funds, the second – for the final rubbing. Can be replaced with lots of old newspapers, but be aware that some publishers use cheap paper that still leaves lint;
Individual protection means. All work must be carried out with rubber gloves, and ideally also with a respirator and goggles. Ammonia is caustic and therefore can irritate the skin and mucous membranes.
The solution dries quickly. Therefore, the work should be carried out as “promptly” as possible. To protect against unpleasant pungent odors, windows should be washed in a well-ventilated area.
Remove all large contaminants such as cobwebs, insects, bird droppings and dust. Use a mop or some other improvised tool for this;
Sponge wipe frames, slopes, window sills and other structural elements of the window. Hard-to-reach places can be processed using cotton swabs – they will be able to get to the junction areas of the valves, fittings, and so on;
Apply a solution of ammonia. Use a sprayer for this. If there is no spray gun, dip a sponge in the solution and apply it on the window with wide movements;
Wipe the window immediately. Move in one direction – from top to bottom and, for example, from right to left;
Wipe again with a dry and clean cloth, rubbing it to a shine and transparency.
If necessary, the procedure can be repeated. It is worth noting that washing with ammonia is the final treatment. If you want to remove large contaminants from the glass surface, it is better to first wash it in the usual way, and then repeat it using ammonia.
Precautions for washing windows with ammonia
A number of precautions must be observed when using it:
Use protective gloves and respirators.
In case of contact with open skin or mucous membranes, rinse immediately under running water.
Perform all work in a well-ventilated area. When washing windows from inside the apartment, organize the air flow. For example, open the doors and windows, and set the fans so that one “pumps in” the air, and the second “pushes out”.
Ammonia can lead to discoloration of the fabric. Therefore, work should be carried out in a special dressing gown (or simply in things that it is not a pity to throw away if something happens).
And most importantly – when working with ammonia, it is unacceptable to use any cleaning products with chlorine in the composition. When mixed, they enter into a chemical reaction, the product of which is a poisonous gas. It causes acute organ damage if inhaled.
Attention! This material is subjective, is not an advertisement and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.