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• To step
• Part 1 of 2: Pre-treat stains and make them cleaner
• Tips
• Warnings
• Necessities

Mirrors can get very easily and noticeably full of gunk, dust or dirt. An unsightly layer of toothpaste, hairspray or other bathroom products can accumulate, especially on mirrors in bathrooms. This can be even worse if you have hard water that causes scale or build up. But by insulating the tough deposits, pretreating trouble spots, and using the right tools for the job, your mirror will be clean in an instant.

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Part 1 of 2: Pre-treat stains and make them cleaner

1. Assess the condition of your mirror. Depending on the location and use of your mirror, special types of dirt may have accumulated and require specific cleaning agents to remove. Limescale deposits or deposits are likely to be the culprit and should be pretreated before tackling less severe stains. You can:
   • Recognize limescale deposits by their white spots and slightly rough texture. These can be removed with white vinegar on a damp cloth.
   • Limescale deposits show through the milky white deposit on the surface of your mirror that is difficult to remove. Remove these stains with lemon juice, vinegar or lime juice.
2. Get your mirror cleaning materials together. If you plan to use regular rags or paper towels, the rough material can scratch or leave lint on your mirror over time. A microfiber cloth is a great way to prevent lint. In addition, you must also ensure that you have:
   • A bucket
   • Cotton cleaning cloth (2)
   • Water
   • Rubbing alcohol
   • White vinegar
   EXPERT TIP

   Change your viewing angle to make sure it is clean and get rid of blemishes. By changing your perspective, you can discover a blob or streak that you missed while wiping the mirror. View your mirror from multiple angles and if you see spots:

   • Apply a small amount of cleaner to your cotton cloth.
   • Wring out the remaining moisture well.
   • Clean the dirty spot with your cloth.
   • Dry and polish with a clean part of your microfiber cloth.

Tips

• Vinegar is a cheap, effective and natural glass cleaner.
• Another trick for hard-to-remove water spots is to moisten the area and use a razor blade at an angle. In addition, the glass must remain wet in order not to scratch.
• The cheapest and most effective way to clean glass is with old newspapers. Wet the glass and rub it with newspaper.

Warnings

• Putting too hot water in a plastic spray bottle can melt the bottle.
• If you often put your hands in cleansers, they can quickly dry out and become painful. Always wear gloves.

Necessities

• Bucket
• Cotton cleaning cloth (2)
• Warm water
• Microfiber cloth
• Rubbing alcohol
• White vinegar
• Spray bottle (optional)