Frequently Asked Questions - Windows & Exteriors

How do you remove hard water deposits from the painted surface of cars? How do you remove hard water deposits from the painted surface of cars? We carry a product called Non-Acid Bathroom Cleaner that will remove light mineral deposits and is safe for car paint « Hide this answer What can I use to clean an aluminum storm door? What can I use to clean an aluminum storm door? Use either our Heavy Duty Cleaner or Soil Master and a sponge. « Hide this answer What is an easy way to get road tar off clear coat car paint jobs? What is an easy way to get road tar off clear coat car paint jobs? Use a Microfiber cloth with plain water. This will remove the tar and, since there is no chemical involved, it will not hurt your clear coat. « Hide this answer What's the best way to prevent dust from building up on my mini-blinds? What's the best way to prevent dust from building up on my mini-blinds? Use a Lambs Wool Duster or our Microfiber Dust Mitten on a regular basis and get the dust before it bakes on. Close the blinds completely and dust them, then close them the opposite direction and dust the other side. « Hide this answer How do I remove melted blue crayon from the cloth upholstery in my car? How do I remove melted blue crayon from the cloth upholstery in my car? First, freeze the wax with an ice cube and gently scrape off as much of the hardened mass as you can with the dull edge of a butter knife. Use Citrus Gel Spotter to remove any remaining wax/stain. Just pour it on a cloth and work it through the crayon. Rinse with clear water to remove any residue left by the cleaner. « Hide this answer What is the best way to clean leather automobile seats? What is the best way to clean leather automobile seats?? Leather Magic works great to clean and preserve leather seats. « Hide this answer How do I remove dried polyurethane from glass windows? How do I remove dried polyurethane from glass windows? Use a Scraper Blade. Just make sure you keep the window wet and only scrape in one direction. « Hide this answer How do I clean the cloth upholstery on car seats? How do I clean the cloth upholstery on car seats? To prevent over-wetting the padding we would recommend an upholstery shampoo like our Dri Foam. Apply just the foam from this product to the seats using a Flag Tip Upholstery Brush, then let it dry and vacuum it up. « Hide this answer What is the best way to clean exterior rugs? What is the best way to clean exterior rugs? Shake the dirt and rocks out of them on a regular basis. You can also hose them down. Make sure you allow them to dry thoroughly before you place them back on the ground. « Hide this answer How do I remove gum from car paint? How do I remove gum from car paint? We have a product called Citrus Gel Spotter that should get rid of the gum on your car without damaging the paint. Test it in an inconspicuous area first, just to make sure. « Hide this answer How do I remove tree sap from car paint? How do I remove tree sap from car paint? You can use a water-dampened Microfiber Cloth or a solvent such as Citrus Gel Spotter. Test with the solvent first so you don't damage your paint. « Hide this answer What is the best window cleaner for outside windows? What is the best window cleaner for outside windows? We would recommend using the Pill Glass Cleaner. Each tablet will make 2 ½ gallons of diluted cleaner. Use with a Window Scrubber and Squeegee for professional results. « Hide this answer How can I remove spray paint from a car without damaging the paint underneath too badly. How can I remove spray paint from a car without damaging the paint underneath too badly. We carry a product called Problem Solver that will remove spray paint from most surfaces without damage. You will want to test it on an inconspicuous area of the car paint, first, just to be sure that no damage will occur. « Hide this answer How do I figure out which size of window squeegee will be the best for my home? How do I figure out which size of window squeegee will be the best for my home? You can measure your window and remember that you overlap each time you come down by an inch or two. The most common size Window Squeegee is 12". « Hide this answer How do I get hard water off of my outside windows? How do I get hard water off of my outside windows? Use Once Over. Apply it with an Hourglass Scrub Pad, let it sit for 3-5 minutes (don’t let it dry), then rinse it off. Once Over is great for removing hard water caused by sprinkler overspray and rain. « Hide this answer What happens if the outside windows are cleaned during the heat of the day? What happens if the outside windows are cleaned during the heat of the day? We recommend not cleaning your windows in the heat of the day because the sun can dry your cleaner before you have a chance to remove it, causing streaks and filmy build up. « Hide this answer