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Natural vs Chemical Glass Cleaner | Things To Consider When Cleaning Your Glass

Let's take a look at what you should think about when it comes to making a decision.

Your Environment

While chemical cleaners are almost certainly going to be more convenient, because they work straight out of the bottle, there are more things to consider than just your windows. Because of the way they work, chemical cleaners can often contain substances that irritate the eyes and skin, which is something to be wary of if you have sensitive skin or children. 


Pets can also react in unpredictable ways to chemicals that are harmless to humans, so if you have any vulnerable people or animals in your house, it may be a good idea to stay natural.

The Type Of Mess

Another thing to think about when you're choosing glass cleaner is what type of mess you're trying to clean. While natural methods like vinegar and lemon juice can be great for cleaning minor dirt and grime, you may have more trouble with organic matter like bird droppings. 


Chemical glass cleaners are often designed specially to get rid of tough stains like this and are manufactured with powerful enzymes which break down organic material and make it much easier to clean. So, if you're dealing with baked-on mud or other organic messes, chemical cleaners may be your best bet.

Your Budget

One of the biggest advantages of using natural cleaners is that they often cost a lot less than chemical ones, and you can make them at home using just a few household ingredients like vinegar, water and essential oils. 


On the other hand, chemical products cost more and come in pretty limited supplies, while you can scale up your natural cleaner to provide more or less as much as you need. That said, while chemical cleaners are more expensive, they can often last longer, and act to prevent more dirt and grime from sticking for longer periods of time. Natural products need to be used more regularly to keep your glass clean.

Need More Help?

If you're having more than just the average amount of trouble with your glass, then Langson Glass can help. We repair and replace glass throughout New South Wales, and whether you have a serious problem or a minor fix, we can have your glass looking shiny and new again in no time. Dirty or damaged glass is nasty to look at, unhygienic and even dangerous, so make sure you act quickly if there's a problem that you can't fix on your own!

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