A coat of dust can ruin the clarity and shine of a glass-top table.It takes less time to protect your table and keep it from being a problem in the future.A selection of everyday household items and an understanding of the kind of treatment your glass needs to look its best are all you need.
Step 1: In a spray bottle, mix 4 parts water and 1 part liquid fabric softener.
Once it is roughly 15 of the way full, pour the fabric softener into the empty bottle.It should be filled with water the rest of the way up.This will give you the correct proportions of both ingredients.If you add too much fabric softener, it could cause a sticky film on the glass.It doesn't matter if you use warm or cold water.Make sure it is fresh from the tap.
Step 2: You can blend your ingredients by shaking the bottle.
Make sure that the lid is screwed on tightly.The finished solution should have a slightly thicker consistency than water, following a vigorous shake.Shake the bottle before you start spraying.As the solution sits, some separation may occur.
Step 3: A small amount of solution can be sprayed onto a microfiber cloth.
You can make a large pad by folding your cloth or towel once or twice.You will use this to do your dusting.Paper towels should not be used to dust glass.They leave behind streaks and paper debris that are more likely to cause scratches than softer items.
Step 4: The entire table needs to be wiped down.
The damp cloth will keep the dust at bay.Make sure you pay attention to every part of the table.If you miss a spot, it won't benefit from your solution's anti-dust properties.If you see standing water on the table, you probably used too much solution.To sponge up the excess liquid, use the dry side of your dusting pad.This simple solution works when applied to glass and other smooth surfaces.
Step 5: Remove the cloth from the glass to make it crystal clear.
Go back over the table you just dusted with a second microfiber cloth or soft towel.This will pick up dust and remove traces of solution that will cause spots.It should be like looking at a brand new table when you finish.If you touch the table with your bare hands after drying it, it will ruin your work.If you want to protect yourself from future dustings, you can use your fabric softener solution instead of the ordinary glass cleaner.
Step 6: In between dustings, wipe your table with fabric softener sheets.
If your glass-top table is a dust magnet but you don't want to have to make dusting a daily chore, one easy fix is to hit it with a dry fabric softener sheet every couple of days.Most of the same perks as your homemade solution will be offered by these.The advantage of dryer sheets is that they help to eliminate dust-attracting static electricity, which can build up on glass surfaces.A quick pass with a fabric softener sheet won't remove dust as effectively as a long- lasting liquid coating.
Step 7: You can use a specialty glass cleaner.
Glass cleaners are designed to remove dust, dirt, stains, and other substances that can ruin the look of glass surfaces.To get the best results, be sure to buy a glass cleaner that contains ammonia.Most of the product's power will come from this location.Dust can be seen if you wipe your table weekly.A quality glass cleaner does not have to cost you an arm or a leg.Many of the highest-rated products on the market are priced at less than $5 a bottle.If you don't like buying products filled with strange chemicals, you can try making your own all-natural glass cleaner using distilled water, 2 cup (120 mL), and a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Step 8: Don't dry-dust your table.
Do not put your dusting tool in the glass.Dust and grit can only be pushed by bone-dry cloths and towels.This type of treatment can lead to serious scratches that will rob your table of its beauty over time.It is not acceptable to use a dry cloth or towel on your table after you have used a wet one.To minimize the risk of damage, it is important to select a soft.
Step 9: As soon as there are spills, deal with them.
If you happen to eat or drink on the glass table, you should use a soft cloth with warm water to wipe the mess away.When they dry, many foods and beverages become sticky.They can attract more dust because of this.It's possible to cut through greasy food by using a liquid dish soap.
Step 10: Dust tends to be a problem in areas where your table is located.
If possible, place the table near the center of the room, far away from window blinds and ceiling fans.It will be less likely to serve as a landing pad for drifting particles.The tops of cabinets, deep in the fibers of high rugs and carpets, and around air vents are some of the places where dust tends to linger.If you notice that the dust on your table is thicker in some places, pay attention.A clue as to where the dust is coming from could be offered by the way it is distributed.