40+ Ways to Use Windex

This article appeared in notfries.com and has been published here with permission.

You probably already have a bottle of Windex amongst your cleaning supplies when you need to clean your windows or spruce up your mirrors. What you might not know is how much potential that blue bottle has everywhere else in your home. Keep reading, and we’ll take a look at some of our favorite ways to get more out of Windex around the house! *Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice; readers are encouraged to seek relevant expertise and verify information independently.

A Tip for the Windows

You might think that this isn't a case of a hack you didn't know. After all, Windex is made for your windows, right? What's new there? Well, this is actually a hack about how and when you use Windex on your windows - not just that you can do it.

While it might sound counterintuitive, you can actually better see grime on your windows when the bright sun isn't shining through them, so wait for a cloudy day to clean up entirely.

Use it as a Degreaser

Windex is great at cutting through grease. After all, that's how it gets those pesky fingerprints or pet nose prints off of your windows and glass doors. However, this makes them useful for other things that tend to get greasy over time.

For instance, you can use Windex on your range hood to cut through grease from cooking that builds up as you use your kitchen more and more. This will help you make short work of a job that usually becomes quite a hassle.

Removing Stains

There are quite a few other cases in which you might use Windex to help you get rid of stains and not just grease on your kitchen range or smudges on your window. Another helpful use for Windex is in fighting stains in the laundry room.

The trick is that you want the clear formula - use the blue one, and you might just replace the stain you're scrubbing away. You just need to spray it on, leave it for 15 minutes, and then wash the clothing as usual.

Keep Your Counter Clean

One way that you can use Windex in your kitchen is to clean off your counters. This goes for marble, granite, and laminate countertops specifically. You can use it just as you would on your windows.

However, because we are talking about a food preparation area, you need to make sure you wipe the counter down thoroughly afterward because while Windex is handy, it's definitely not safe to consume, so make sure it's gone before using the counter again.