Neither a vacuum cleaner nor a damp cloth: how to clean window rails effortlessly

Window cleaning is alchemy for many of us, few people know how to wash windows really perfectly. Polishing a pane of glass is one thing, but cleaning the window rails is often neglected. And it’s a shame, clogged rails not only impair the function of the windows, but also dust, pollen, sand and other impurities accumulate in them, which . We know a simple and effective trick to clean window rails without effort, vacuum cleaners and dirt everywhere.

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Why a classic cloth is not enough

Just an ordinary damp cloth is often not enough. Dust and dirt settle deep in the joints and corners of the rails, where an ordinary cloth cannot reach. Plus, if you’re just trying to wipe the surface, you’ll often create a muddy mess that’s even harder to remove. This is why many people resort to a vacuum cleaner, but even this is not always ideal, especially when there is grease in the rails or .

A homemade miracle for rails

The solution is surprisingly simple and you can find it right in your pantry. Baking soda is mildly abrasive, but does not damage the surface and does a great job with dried dirt.

“I always have baking soda at hand when cleaning. I use it to clean the joints in the bathroom, window frames, drains, the fridge and the sink. It’s gentle but effective, so I don’t have to worry about scratching something. In addition, it absorbs odors and costs almost nothing,” says Mrs. Nasťa, who makes a living from professional household cleaning.

As for this

1. Mix to a paste consistency: Put a spoonful of baking soda in a small bowl and add a few drops of water to make a thick paste.
2. Apply the paste to the rails: Using an old toothbrush or brush, apply the paste to all the folds, corners and joints of the rails.
3. Leave it on for a while: Leave the paste on for about 10-15 minutes. Baking soda will help loosen the built-up dirt and dust.
4. Wipe the mixture out: Use a paper towel, an old cloth, or an absorbent sponge to scrape the loose dirt off the rail.
5. Finish with clean water: Finally, wipe off the remains of the paste with a damp cloth and dry with a dry cloth.

This method is very effective, baking soda gently cleans dirt and grease without leaving scratches or damaging the surface.

Other tips that help

In addition to baking soda, you can add some sand to the rails. The sand acts as a gentle abrasive to help remove residue that soda alone would not be able to remove.

It is also worth checking and cleaning the rails regularly, if you do it more often, each subsequent cleaning will become less demanding.