How to choose a brush for cleaning windows?

Washing windows is a costly process both in terms of time and effort. If with ordinary layouts everything is a little simpler, then with non-standard-sized windows located in high-rise buildings, things are much more complicated.

It is even more difficult to choose a glass cleaning method in such a way that it meets all the necessary requirements, since for this it is necessary to carefully study the issue and highlight the main disadvantages and advantages of one or another toolkit. The window cleaning brush comes to the rescue, which solves several problems at once. It is convenient, practical and affordable, although a wide assortment raises a lot of questions at the selection stage.

As for the advantages of this option for cleaning windows, they are quite understandable.

• Convenience. The practicality of using the brush lies in the fact that it covers a fairly large area of ​​the window, allowing you to clean a large area in a short time. In addition, the brush is equipped with two attachments, each of which performs a specific function, which makes it possible to deal with dirt quickly and easily, and the cleaning process will consist of two stages. At the first, you need to apply a cleaning agent or just moisten the window and nozzle with water, after which the window begins to clean with smooth movements.Dirt is removed quickly, and at the final stage, the glass is rubbed to a shine, while stains, water drops and smudges are eliminated. There are also such variants of products that do not need detergents, since the surface of the material has a unique structure and the cleaning process takes place due to the characteristics of the fibers.
• Use at altitude. Washing windows in high-rise buildings is not just a difficult, but sometimes dangerous process. The brush eliminates any threats and problems, since it has a long handle or a magnetic base, depending on the type. Such a device will quickly become an indispensable assistant when it is necessary to tidy up panoramic windows or glazed balconies at a high altitude.

• Saving. Using a window brush saves a lot of time and resources. For example, remote-controlled magnetic products clean the surface in a short time and do not require constant monitoring, but other options are equally economical. Conventional magnetic brushes clean the surface from both sides at once and eliminate the need to wash windows on the other side, which is both difficult and dangerous at the same time.
• Allergy sufferers. People with allergic reactions have difficulties in the cleaning process, because it requires the use of strong household chemicals, but this option is excluded with a brush. There are such variations of brushes that they wash without the use of cleaning agents, while the quality of work does not suffer. In particularly difficult cases, a soap solution may be needed, but these are exceptions.
• Hard work. Houses located near roads or at high altitudes, where it is not possible to carry out cleaning, often have certain difficulties, since such a deposit of dust and dirt accumulates on the glass that it becomes impossible to get rid of it with the usual means. The window cleaning brush comes to the rescue, which eliminates the problem in all hard-to-reach places, in particular, around the edges and corners.

The window brush also has disadvantages.

• Price. The main disadvantage of some devices is their high cost. I must say that it is fully justified, but at the initial stage, to achieve the desired result in cleaning, you will have to spend money.
• Quality. Different companies use their own materials, so the quality in the cheapest models may suffer. This applies to products made of cheap plastic, the service life of which is relatively short.

There are many types of brushes for cleaning windows, and they all have both advantages and disadvantages.

The telescopic mop is the simplest, but also quite convenient option. It features one or two long-handled attachments that are adjustable in length. Sometimes in such brushes there is a change in the position of the washing base from 15 cm to several meters, which allows you to clean the entire contaminated surface on both sides. Medium-handle models are suitable for standardized windows, while long-handled mops are recommended for large window owners. This option is suitable for cleaning panoramic windows in private houses or glazed loggias in high-rise buildings.

There are two types of telescopic mops, such as:

1. household;
2. professional.

In the first case, the brush has only one soft attachment, and there are no additional functions and length adjustment. Products for professional cleaning allow you to change the angle of inclination, as a result of which the cleaning process becomes much easier, and hard-to-reach places are cleaned without any problems. During cleaning, it is important to follow the rules of use and strictly follow the cleaning technique indicated on the packaging, since otherwise ugly stains, water drops and even some dirt may remain.

Magnetic brushes appeared on the domestic market not so long ago, but have already gained popularity. They represent a structure of two identical parts, which are based on a magnet. It allows the brushes to be fixed between the glass and move in one direction at any height, which is the main advantage of such a product. In the process, one part of the brush cleans the inside, and the other removes dirt on the outside of the window.

For the manufacture of a cleaning surface, soft felt or foam rubber is usually used, which is replaced as it loses its qualities in the process. Replacement parts are sold at most major hardware stores, so there should be no problem with replacement.

In addition to the soft part, there is a polishing component to remove streaks and residues of detergents. Thanks to this, the highest quality result is achieved, and the windows sparkle with cleanliness. Many are frightened by the fact that the magnetic part can fall from a great height, as a result of which the device will be broken, and money wasted, but the manufacturers have solved this problem. In modern models, there is a cord as insurance, which is attached to the second part, thrown onto the washer's hand or the handle of the glass unit.

The main point to be guided by is the power of the magnet, because performance and service life will depend on it. In addition, the devices are produced in the following types, depending on the thickness of the windows:

1. single-chamber bags 25 mm;
2. showcase glasses from 6 mm;
3. double-glazed windows 30 mm.

Information about the type of glass unit for which the brush is intended is indicated on the product label, and if it is not available, it is necessary to clarify everything with the seller. An equally important point is the length of the safety cord, which should be twice the width of the window. The advantages of this model are the ability to quickly deal with dirt on high floors, while saving time and eliminating any threats to the washer's health. The cleaning process is quick and easy, removing dirt from all hard-to-reach places, and with electronic models it is simplified to placing the device on a window and securing a safety cord.

When choosing a device, you need to understand that the thickness of the windows that it can handle is an important feature, since using the same brush for the windows in the room and the loggia will not work if the thickness of the windows is different. Problems can arise if the device is incorrectly selected. So, the power will be too high, and the movement of the product will slow down greatly, and if the window is too thick, the magnetic brush will not work at all, since the magnet will not hold the second part.

Even if you have a remote control, you should sometimes check the operation of the product, because the cable may break and the device may fall directly on people. Such cases are rare, but caution is very important.

The steam brush for cleaning windows is an indispensable tool for many housewives. This brush has several attachments for different surfaces and hard-to-reach places, 3-4 modes of operation, which allow you to adjust the amount of steam directed to the glass. Such a brush not only cleans the surface, but also disinfects it, which is difficult to achieve when using even the strongest detergents.

The stand-alone look does not require constant wetting (water flows automatically), cleans the glass on both sides, uses detergent and removes dirt from the toughest places. The design consists of two parts with a magnet as a base and cleaning heads, of which there are several in the kit. The brush is charged from the network, has a safety cord, and one charge is enough for half an hour of work.

Each type of brush has its own way of use, which manufacturers write about on instructions and labels. Telescopic brushes with steam function should be used as follows:

• first you need to get rid of unnecessary parts and dust on the windowsill;
• pick up a bucket of clean water, prepare a soapy solution if necessary;
• moisten the cleaning part in water or a solution and start wiping the windows with smooth movements from bottom to top; in difficult cases, you will have to walk several times over the surface in order to completely get rid of the dirt;
• moisten the mop in clean water and remove the residues of the product, then use a scraper, it will polish the glass and deal with stains from streaks or water drops, if any.

Magnetic and self-contained apparatus should be used as follows:

• fix the product on both sides of the window and start it. before that, be sure to check the safety cord;
• wet the cleaning parts, add soap solution if necessary, periodically observe the operation of the device, you can spray the detergent directly onto the window;
• brushes with manual adjustment need to be moved independently, and stand-alone models will move along a given route;
• in some models, polishing occurs with the same attachment, in others, they need to be changed.

Quality magnetic brushes are available from companies such as Tatla and Window Wizard. The cost of the models ranges from 2,000 to 5,000 rubles, depending on the configuration.

• Brushes "Tatla" used for cleaning single-chamber double-glazed windows. They have a powerful magnet that makes it easy to clean a window even 32 mm wide.
• For double-chamber windows, it is advisable to use brushes Window Wizard.
• From the Chinese options, the manufacturer's products can be noted Glass Wipersuitable for cleaning single glazing.
• Steam brushes are produced by different companies and they are all about the same, and the average cost of such a product is 2,000 rubles.

It is worth adhering to the following tips from experts when choosing a brush for cleaning windows:

• before buying, it is necessary to highlight the basic requirements and make a choice in the direction of one or another model, the characteristics of which correspond to all points;
• it is worth considering the type of windows, their thickness, the vastness of the surface and the presence of hard-to-reach places;
• you need to choose high-quality products, the price for them is higher than usual, but the service life will delight for many years;
• a magnetic brush is an excellent device for windows located at high heights;
• steam brushes not only clean the glass from dirt and dust, but also disinfect the surface;

• adjustable handle window mops are suitable for all types of glass;
• a double-sided brush for windows outside and inside has excellent technical characteristics, a double sponge for cleaning window openings can be rubber and electric, which is better - it is difficult to determine; the product is suitable for both balcony and car use.

For an overview of the magnetic brush for cleaning windows, see the following video.