How to Get Rid of Water Spots on Windows

Hard water stains on our window glass panes are caused by rain drops or from the tap water that has been used for cleaning. This type of stain is not easy to remove. Hard water contains minerals like calcium, magnesium, metal cations, and compounds such as sulfates and bicarbonates. The stains produced by hard water can cause permanent disturbing spots if you don’t act on them promptly.

How to Get Rid of Water Spots on Windows

Unfortunately, hard water stains are difficult to remove with ordinary cleaning techniques. Below is a proven method that has been tested over time to help you get rid of stubborn hard water spots and stains from windows.

 

Things you’ll need:

 

• Towel
• Vinegar
• Water

 

Procedure:

 

1. Create a mixture containing 50% water and 50% white vinegar.
2. Soak the towel into the mixture.
3. Wipe the spots on your window.
4. Press the towel against the surface for a few minutes to soften the mineral deposits on the affected spot. You can also drape the towel over the window while making sure it stays in contact with the glass surface.
5. Wipe and press the towel on the window. Repeat the process as necessary.

 

How to Remove Water Spots on Large Areas

 

Water spots can exist almost everywhere, including shower doors and kitchen doors. While the soak method mentioned above is a great remedy for water spots, it can be too time-consuming when you are working on large areas. Here’s how you can get rid of those unsightly water spots on large areas easily.

 

Things you’ll need:

 

• Brush
• Clean cloth
• Plastic spray bottle
• Sponge
• Squeegee
• Towel
• Vinegar
• Water

 

Procedure:

 

1. Prepare a mixture of 50% water and 50% vinegar and put it into a plastic spray bottle.
2. Spray the affected area.
3. Wipe the area using a towel to break down the mineral deposits. You can also use a brush to loosen hard deposits of minerals.
4. Rinse the area thoroughly.
5. Remove excess water using a squeegee.
6. Buff the area with clean cloth.

 

Additional Tips for Removing Water Spots

 

Can’t do away with stubborn water spots? Don’t despair. Here are some helpful tips that you can try, leaving your windows sparkling clean yet again.

 

Ammonia- Without a doubt, liquid ammonia is a great glass cleaner. Just soak a towel into a mixture of water and ammonia and then wipe off water spots from your window. Caution: Be extremely careful when using ammonia as it can irritate your skin, eyes as well as your respiratory and digestive tracts. Wear protective gears to avoid contact with ammonia.

 

Baking Soda- As you know, baking soda is an extraordinary cleaning agent to combat several types of stains. Just mix it with water and then apply the solution on the glass. Wipe and rinse thoroughly. Baking soda is also used as an excellent repellent for ants and cockroaches.

 

Commercial Window Cleaner- To make things easier for you and if you don’t mind spending money to clear the spots on your windows, you can always avail of commercial window cleaner. Just follow the manufacturer’s instructions for effective spot removal.

 

Dishwashing Detergent- Clean the water spots on your window, as if you’re washing the dishes.

 

Lemon Juice- Like vinegar, lemon juice is also highly acidic. Extract as much lemon juice as you can and mix it with water. Apply the mixture on the glass surface and then wipe off water spots with a clean towel.

 

Microfiber- Microfiber cleaning materials are highly effective in removing stains and oily substances. Soak a microfiber cloth in vinegar or some commercial window cleaner and then wipe off water spots from your window. You can also use steel wool.

 

Pure White Vinegar- Acidic substances can sure break down mineral deposits effectively. Use pure white vinegar to wipe out those unsightly stains from your windows. Caution: Vinegar’s acidity can damage your hands, so make sure to wear rubber gloves when working with it.

 

Rubbing Alcohol- Dilute one part of rubbing alcohol to four parts of water. Wipe the spots using the solution. Aside from removing mild water spots off the windows, it’s also a great cleaning agent to maintain a sparkling window.

 

Toothpaste- Blob some toothpaste on a paper towel, moist it with a little bit of water and then wipe it on the glass. Rinse the glass and use a squeegee to remove excess water and toothpaste.

 

Muriatic acid (a.k.a. hydrochloric acid) and cola are also great cleaning agents to remove water spots from your windows. Make sure to wear your protective gears like gloves and mask if you are working with muriatic acid to prevent injuries. If under any circumstance that all your efforts have yielded no results, your best bet is to consider changing your windowpanes. However, this may not be the most economical solution if you have stained color glass window. To spare yourself from the hassles of cleaning those ugly stains on your windows, water spills should be avoided in the first place.