The kitchen is an essential room in the house that we use several times a day. In addition to contaminating it with our hands, we also bring in food from outside. Therefore, as high traffic areas, it can be a source of dirt and lead to infections if we are not careful.
The kitchen and dining area perfect for placing a glass table, define the space, and make it spacious. A large table is ideal in the dining room or kitchen area. Glass countertops are unique and can withstand heat and high pressure. They are hygienic because you can clean them quickly and are scratch-resistant.
Spotless glass surfaces make the home look clean and beautiful. You should regularly clean and disinfect kitchen glass tables to avoid dirt from accumulating. In addition, the type of cleaning products used and your cleaning technique are the keys to a shimmering window or mirror.
You can attain stain and streak-free glass tables with a few cleaning tips.
- Remove the stains first.
Stains on glass and mirror surfaces make them appear dull and odd. Although glass is stain resistant, leaving the surface dirty can result in stains. It would be best if you eliminated any stains individually before cleaning the entire glass surface.
Apply a little alcohol on a cotton ball to soak the stain for a few minutes before scrubbing it. You can also wash the stain with detergent and then wipe it away.
- Select a quality cleaner
Some glass cleaners clean better than others and are less likely to leave streaks. If you are using a commercial cleaner, avoid a lot of soap; choose ammonia-based glass cleaners. Ammonia does not leave spots because it evaporates faster than soap. However, you should ensure proper ventilation when using ammonia-based products and protect your hands with gloves.
Commercial cleaners with isopropyl alcohol do not have the harsh smell of ammonia and are an excellent alternative if ammonia-based glass cleaners are unavailable. They are environmentally friendly and evaporate fast without leaving streaks.
- Make a home glass cleaning solution.
You can use household ingredients to make an effective glass cleaner. Most people use soap and water to clean glass and mirrors, which leaves the surfaces with streaks. You can make environmentally-friendly home glass cleaners in the following ways.
- Mix equal amounts of white vinegar and water in a cleaning bottle.
- Mix equal amounts of water and isopropyl alcohol and add one tablespoon of white vinegar to get a cleaner that dries quickly without leaving streaks.
- You can also replace the white vinegar with lemon juice for a home glass cleaner that will leave your home smelling fresh.
- Use a little cleaning solution.
While it may be tempting to use loads of cleaning solutions to get the job done quickly, too much of the cleaner will drip and increase the chances of getting streaks.
Commercial cleaners come in spray bottles but pour them into a spray bottle for more comfortable use if you made a home glass cleaning solution. Spray a small amount of cleaner on the glass or mirror and clean in a zigzag pattern from top to bottom.
Use the cleaning products sparingly and add more if needed.
- Clean your glass table using a microfiber cloth.
The material you use to clean the glass surface is vital in ensuring that your surface remains streak-free. Your best choice is a clean microfiber cloth. Start cleaning from one corner and using zigzag movements, work towards the opposite corner, then downwards and back the other way.
People often use paper towels, one of the biggest causes of streaks on glass tables. They also leave lint on the surface, which makes the glass appear dull.
The best alternative to a microfiber cloth is a squeegee because its rubber blade directs the liquid to prevent streaks.
- Polish the glass or mirror surface
After cleaning the glass, take a step back and inspect it for any spots or streaks. Take a clean microfiber cloth and rub around each area in a circle if you notice a few marks.
If your glass or mirror still looks dirty, apply a little cleaning solution and wipe again. Repeat, if necessary, until the glass is clean.
Any remaining glass cleaner on the surface will quickly dry on its own, so you do not need to wipe it off.
- Disinfect the glass surface
As a result of the Coronavirus, it is essential to disinfect the glass table to avoid spreading the virus. We can avoid contamination in our homes by washing our hands thoroughly for at least 30 seconds will ensure we do not contaminate any surface in the kitchen or transfer the virus to the food.
In addition to washing hands regularly, using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer will also kill the virus. Sanitizing your hands every time you step into your kitchen will ensure you do not transfer germs to the surfaces.
Disinfect the surfaces with an alcohol-based sanitizer as part of your cleaning routine. It is best to let the disinfectant sit for a few minutes for it to be more effective.
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