How To Get Water Spots Off Windows

Water spots on windows take away the shine from your windows. The worst thing is that they can be tough to remove! But don’t fret! With the right materials and a few common household cleaning supplies, you can get your windows back to their crystal-clean state in no time! So, how do you get water spots off your windows and prevent them from coming back?

Water spots can be challenging to get rid of, but with a few household ingredients, you can easily remove them and prevent them from returning. Keep reading to discover four different methods to get water spots off your windows and how to avoid them in the future.

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Vinegar and Water

Distilled white vinegar is a powerful and natural cleaning agent, especially for pesky water spots on windows. Since vinegar is very acidic, it has the ability to break down minerals such as calcium and magnesium (which cause water spots), removing them from your windows!

To clean your windows with vinegar, you will need the following supplies:

Distilled white vinegar
Water
A spray bottle
A microfiber towel or paper towels
A squeegee

To begin, mix a half cup of vinegar and water in the spray bottle, making sure to add equal parts of each ingredient.

Then, spray the mixture onto the windows with water spots. Be sure to cover all the water spots and let them soak in.

Then, using a squeegee, wipe vertically from the top of the window to the bottom to remove the vinegar and water mixture. Do this until all of the liquid has been removed.

Then, use a microfiber towel to dry the window to prevent other water spots from forming.

If you want your windows to be extra clear, wash them with a window cleaner and a squeegee after following these steps. But remember, dry off the windows when you are done because any remaining water can dry to form other water spots.

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Baking Soda and Water

Baking soda is another common household item that works well for breaking down grime, including water spots on your windows.

First, gather your materials:

Baking soda
Soft bristle toothbrush
Water
A small bowl
Something to mix with like a wooden stick
Microfiber cloth
Squeegee

When using baking soda, it’s important to know that you will create something like a paste to be applied on the windows, so you will need to wash your windows afterward.

Begin by mixing a small amount of baking soda with equal water in a small bowl. It helps to use a wooden stick to stir. Keep adding each one until you have a paste-like consistency.

Now, apply the baking soda paste to all the water spots on your windows and let it harden for about 30 minutes.

When thirty minutes have passed, use the toothbrush to scrub the spots covered in baking soda gently.

Then, rinse the windows and use a squeegee to remove any excess baking soda or water.

If the spots remain, you can repeat the process until they are gone. Or wash your windows as you usually would and dry them with a microfiber cloth to prevent any more from forming.

Citric Acid

Citric acid is used in many commercial cleaners due to its ability to break down minerals in hard water, which is especially good for cleaning those pesky water spots.

You can use either lemons or citric acid powder for this method.

Here are the materials needed:

Lemons or citric acid powder
A spray bottle
Water
A squeegee
A microfiber clothe

Begin by cutting a lemon in half and squeezing the juice into the spray bottle. If you are using citric acid powder, add about 2 tablespoons, and then mix it with water.

Be sure to shake the bottle well before using it on your windows.

Then, spray the solution onto the water spots and let it sit for about 1 minute.

Then using the squeegee, wipe your windows clean and rinse with water.

Remember to dry your windows with the clothes to prevent more spots from forming.

Commercial Cleaners

Window cleaners and hard water removers are also a great option for removing water spots on your windows.

You can find these at any hardware store. Some popular brands are:

Bio-Clean
Rain-X
Clean
GlasWeld Pro Clean

Each product has different directions, but they come as either wipes or a spray. When using these products, read the instructions carefully to ensure proper use.

These cleaners are made specifically for cleaning spots from windows and are likely an easy fix to your water spot problem.

Additional Tips and Tricks

While it is important to clean the water spots from your windows when they appear, wouldn’t it be nicer if they never formed in the first place?

You can prevent water spots from forming with the following tips and tricks:

Install a water softener in your home
Wash your windows regularly
Use a squeegee and dry your windows to prevent water droplets from air-drying
Adjust your sprinklers
Use a glass protectant

Hardwater is the cause of most water spots on windows, so installing a water softener will help break down minerals and prevent them form forming. Spotting hard water red flags early can help you prevent damage and keep your home looking its best.

You can also maintain a weekly window cleaning regime to prevent any buildup of dirt, minerals, or other grime on your windows.

While washing your windows, be sure to use a squeegee to prevent any random droplets of water from drying in the middle of the window and causing spots. Then dry with a towel as an extra precaution.

If your water spots are on the outsides of your windows, it could be from run off or your sprinkler system. To avoid this problem, try adjusting your sprinklers so they do not come in contact with your windows.

Last but not least, you could always use a glass protectant on your windows to prevent the buildup of oils, dirt, and minerals.

Final Thoughts

While water spots can be a nuisance, there are plenty of easy ways to get rid of them and prevent them from happening in the first place! Whether you use common household materials or take a quick trip to the hardware store, your windows will be squeaky clean in no time! And remember, squeegees never fail! Happy cleaning!