Clean a mirror without streaks

What will you learn?

Clean an intact household mirror with a glass cloth and a cleaner approved for mirrors.

Tools

• 2 clean lint-free glass microfibre clothsSearch Amazon Australia ↗

Materials

• 1 mirror-approved glass cleaner; use only a few spraysSearch Amazon Australia ↗

Step by step

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1. Check and dust

Check that the mirror is secure. Dust it gently with a dry cloth, including the frame. Work within comfortable reach.

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2. Dampen the cloth

Fold one cloth into quarters. Spray a little cleaner onto the cloth, not the mirror. It should be damp without dripping.

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3. Wipe top to bottom

Wipe in overlapping side-to-side passes from the top down. Turn to a clean cloth face when dirty. Do not soak the frame or edges.

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4. Buff and inspect

Buff remaining moisture with the second dry cloth. View from the side in good light. For a streak, use a clean dry face before adding more cleaner.

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Final checks

Dirty cloths and too much cleaner often leave marks. Wash cloths without fabric softener and dry them before reuse.