Steamy Windows

Clean windows can brighten up your home like nothing else and the internet is inundated with tips and tricks for getting the best shine.

We round up some of the best methods around designed to bring the shine back to your home.

Newspapers

Experts say when scrunched into a ball shape, newspaper is more effective than using a paper towel to clean – especially when paired with an environmentally friendly window cleaner.

Vinegar

It’s an age old trick, past down from generation to generation, but apparently using vinegar to clean your windows is actually pretty redundant.

Experts have tested the old wives’ tale and found that while vinegar might leave your windows shiny but they won’t kill off dangerous germs.

Soap and water

If you do insist on make a homemade solution to clean your windows, experts recommend ditching the vinegar and using soap and water instead.

Jeweller’s rouge

Scratches on your windows and mirrors don’t necessarily mean the end as they can be removed with the use of jeweller’s rogue and some good old elbow grease.

Let us know if you use anything specific that combats streaks, soap stains or other marks.