The trick to cleaning mirrors for a flawless “streak-free” finish

The process of cleaning a mirror may seem simple but in some cases it is not as easy as you might think. In fact, it is more complicated than it seems due to a number of factors. And for good reason, obtaining a spotless glass surface also depends on the product and cloth you use, as well as the way you proceed with the cleaning. The following technique shows you how to make it easier to get streak-free mirrors effortlessly.

Mirrors are used frequently and   get dirty quickly. As a result,   cleaning them isn’t always easy. Here’s a trick that can get you out of a bind to make those pretty surfaces shine without having to deal with streaks.

Bathroom mirror cleaning – Source: spm 

Mirror Cleaning Tip for a Streak-Free Finish

Paradoxically, it is possible to end up with a mirror that is streaked and smudged due to cleaning. It is a surface that can hold fingerprints, scratches or traces of cleaner. However, it is easy to avoid these inconveniences simply by using the right cleaning product and doing it the right way. In particular, by avoiding the use of a cloth that can leave lint.

What do you need:

• White vinegar
• A microfiber cloth
• a spray bottle

White vinegar – Source: spm

After removing dust from the glass surface, pour vinegar into a spray bottle and then spray the cleaner directly onto the mirror. Then wipe with a dry microfiber cloth   to give the mirror a nice shine.   During this cleaning process, wipe from right to left and then from top to bottom.

Keep in mind that if you are tempted to use circular motions,   these could leave marks  . Also, occasionally examine the mirror from different angles to see if there are still any marks you may have missed.

Another cleaning technique is to wipe the mirror   with   cold black tea. If this seems rather unusual, the latter is a good ally for shine for mirrors but also for bay windows and windows. Something that is due to its degreasing effect. As for the previous technique, spray the spray directly on the mirror, wipe with a soft, clean cloth and then dry with another dry cloth.

Other interesting ingredients against streaks on mirrors

Before you move on to cleaning, you should start by dusting the mirror and removing any traces of toothpaste or other products. Here are some old grandmother’s tricks that you may find useful when disassembling your mirror.

– Disassemble your mirrors with isopropyl alcohol

What you will need:

• homemade alcohol
• Cotton
• Water
• A microfiber cloth
• a   used toothbrush

Soak the cotton in isopropyl alcohol and then use it   to rub the stained areas of the mirror in circular motions.   If you see dirt around the edges, you can loosen them with a toothbrush soaked in alcohol. You will then gently scrub the involved parts and then wipe with a cloth soaked in water to rinse. Use zigzag motions and avoid using fluffy cloths or paper towels to dry. You should end up with a glass with a flawless finish.

Cleaning spray – Source: spm

A powerful cleaner with vinegar and cornstarch for clean and shiny glass.

What you will need:

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• A microfiber cloth
• ¼ cup white vinegar
• ¼ cup isopropyl alcohol

Once you’ve poured the vinegar and water into the spray bottle, add the tablespoon of cornstarch and stir thoroughly to properly dissolve the powder. Then spray the mirror with your new cleaner, being careful not to touch the area around the glass surface. Slide the towel downward starting at the top corner of the mirror. Moving to the bottom corner, use a sideways motion and then repeat the motion with a clean, dry microfiber cloth.

For spotless mirrors, white vinegar can also be combined with   a common material used to clean glass: newspaper.