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Soak a washcloth in the vinegar solution. Use a sandpaper to dip in the vinegar solution and spread it over the sprayed surface. You can place a towel on the surface to allow the vinegar to fully absorb.

Brush gently. Use a wet cloth and rub the glass. No need to scrub hard. The rough frictional material helps remove stains and allows the vinegar to penetrate streaks of mineral deposits.

Wait for the vinegar solution to infuse for a while. The more scale the stain builds up, the longer it will take for the vinegar to work. Allow the vinegar to soak in the stains and add more vinegar if the surface starts to dry.

Wipe off the vinegar solution with a towel or roller. You can spray the vinegar or water solution again, then wipe with a clean, dry cloth (or paper towel), or use a roller to dry the water. Make sure not to leave any vinegar or water solution left on the glass, as these will continue to create streaks of water. advertisement

Method 2 of 5: Use other natural products

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   Use lemon juice instead of vinegar. Lemon juice has an acidic composition similar to vinegar and is just as effective. Fresh lemons are usually more effective than bottled lemon juice.
   • Try rolling the lemon vigorously on a hard surface before cutting. This will make it easier for the lemon to squeeze out the juice.
   • Squeeze the lemon juice and pour it into a spray bottle with water or use a towel to blot the lemon juice onto the glass.
   • Or you can also apply lemon directly to the glass. Just cut the lemon in half and rub the cut surface onto the glass, rubbing your hands a little.
   • Let the lemon juice soak for a while, then use water or a regular glass cleaner to remove the lemon juice.

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   Try lemon or orange essential oils. Essential oils are growing in popularity because they are thought to have cleansing and healthy effects. Essential oils of citrus trees like lemons and oranges can remove streaks of water on the glass. There is also an added benefit: oils are often waterproof and can prevent water streaks from forming.
   • Put several drops of essential oil in water, using a sponge or towel to rub the solution on the glass.
   • Let it soak for a while, then rub gently with a towel or sponge.
   • Clean with water or regular glass cleaner.

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   Apply white toothpaste to stained surfaces. It sounds strange, but toothpaste works to remove plaque, so it is also effective at cleaning hard water streaks.
   • Mix a little water in the toothpaste to make it easy to apply on the glass surface and save the toothpaste.
   • Spread the toothpaste on the glass and let it absorb.
   • Use a light brush, towel or sponge.
   • Use water to rinse the toothpaste off the glass surface.
   • Wash the glasses with water or regular glass cleaner, but be sure to dry them off to avoid dry streaks.

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   Make a paste with baking soda and vinegar. The mixture will bubble when you mix the two ingredients. You can either wait for the foam to dissolve or spread the foam on the glass. Do not mix baking soda with vinegar and place it in a sealed container, as the gas produced can cause the lid to pop.
   • Spread the paste over the glass and let it absorb.
   • Use a light brush, towel or sponge.
   • Use water to wash off the dough on the glass.
   • Rinse the glass with water or regular glass cleaner, but be sure to dry the glass dry to prevent it from creating new stains.
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Method 3 of 5: Use a friction cleaning solution

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   Use friction bleaching powder. Look for some friction detergent like Comet, Barkeeper's friend's, or something as simple as baking soda. Many types of bleach can be sprinkled on the surface to be cleaned.

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   Wet the glass surface. It is easier to wet the glass before sprinkling the powder. This will stick the bleach onto the glass surface. Water and friction particles will combine to form a cleaning paste.

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   Sprinkle bleach on the glass. Many bleach boxes have small holes in the lid for sprinkling. If the bleach box has no holes, or if using baking soda, you can use a small sieve to sprinkle the powder on the glass surface.

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   Use strength. The main benefit of friction cleaning powders is the rubbing effect of tiny particles. To get the effect of friction particles, you need to scrub your hands vigorously. What a double job: cleaning and exercising!

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   Rinse with water. Some glass cleaning products may not need to be rinsed again, but friction cleaning powders often leave stains because they are not specialized for glass cleaning. Washing with water, then rinsing with regular glass cleaner is the best way to make sure the friction cleaner doesn't leave stains.

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   Dry the glass. After you wash the detergent on the glass with water or glass cleaner, you need to dry the glass surface dry to prevent new stains from forming.

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   Use frictional materials. Another alternative is to use friction materials. In essence, this material acts like very fine sanding paper, effectively removing stains on the glass. Some of the most common friction products are steel billets, green brushes, and a famous product known as "magic sponge", a very fine sponge. advertisement

Method 4 of 5: Use a cleaning product

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   Find a product specifically designed to wash off hard stains of water. There are products designed specifically for cleaning hard water stains on glass and other surfaces. You can try using household products first, as buying different cleaning products just to solve one problem can be expensive. Here are some products that can help remove hard water stains:
   • CLR
   • Barkeeper's Friend
   • Kaboom
   • Lime-away

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   Use the product according to the instructions on the package. Most products must be sprayed or rubbed onto the glass with a towel or sponge. Most of the time, it is recommended that the product is allowed to penetrate the surface to be cleaned.
   • Some products recommend wiping over and over but not scrubbing, as scrubbing can cause splashes of water.
   • It is best to test a small portion first to make sure the product does not damage the glass surface.
   • Make sure the product does not splash on materials other than the glass being cleaned. Bleach can damage adjoining walls, window sills, tiles, or car paint.

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   Wear protective clothing if necessary. Many detergents are caustic and can be harmful to humans or animals. Be sure to wear gloves and goggles if necessary.
   • Wash your hands immediately after contact with the detergent, and never put your hands in your mouth, nose or eyes immediately after contact with the detergent.
   • Many cleaning products are recommended for use in a well-ventilated area to avoid poisoning with gas produced by the product.
   • Remember to carefully read the warning on the product label.

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   Rinse the glass surface with water and vinegar solution. After using the cleaning product, rinse with water and vinegar solution to remove the detergent. Remember to dry the glasses.

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   Store the product in a safe place. Cleaning products should always be out of the reach of children and pets, have safety caps and wipe off when detergent spills over the bottles. It is best to store the detergent on a high shelf behind a locked door so that children cannot open it. advertisement

Method 5 of 5: Prevent water streaks

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   Quick treatment of stagnant water stains. If treated as soon as it forms, the water stains will be easier to remove. Just spraying the vinegar solution once a week as the streaks begin to form is probably enough.

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   Eliminate standing water. Prevention is the best way to deal with streaks of hard water. Not allowing water to accumulate and evaporate is crucial to preventing hard water from forming in the first place.
   • Use a dry cloth to wipe the glass wet.
   • Use a glass roller to remove standing water on the glass. This will clean and clear the glass.

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   Keep the windows dry. The easiest way to avoid hard water stains is to keep the glass from getting wet. If you are dealing with water stains on your car windows, you can try parking in a covered place like a garage. Curtains or curtains can prevent water from splashing into windows near the kitchen or bathroom sink.

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   Glass treatment with water-resistant material. Water-resistant products such as oil-based cleaners or products like Rain-x solution can help prevent water streaks from forming on the glass. Do not use this product on car windows unless it is specifically intended for cleaning car windows and does not obstruct visibility whether wet or dry. advertisement

Advice

• The methods you use depend in part on the degree of deposit of the water streaks. The longer the water streaks, the stronger the solution must be used.
• You can use the same method to remove lime residue from a coffee machine. Pour 25% white vinegar and 75% water into the water tank and run it. Repeat if the lime scale is not completely clean.
• The longer the mineral deposits remain on the glass, the harder it is to remove.
• You can replace vinegar with lemon juice if available. Lemons have an acidic composition similar to vinegar, which can neutralize alkaline compounds.
• Kitchen face cleaner is very effective and can protect your glasses from staining.

Warning

• Do not use abrasive products on natural stone or tiles. Always test product on small portions before using on large surfaces.