Keep Window Screens Clean & Conditioned to Maximize Performance
July
122017
Window screens work hard. Day after day, and especially through monsoon season, they keep dust, debris and bugs out of your house. That also means they get dirty. A lot of homeowners have screens installed and then forget about them, but a quick cleaning keeps them working well and helps them last longer.
Clean screens also mean a clearer view and fresher air when you open the windows on a nice day, and a break for your A/C.
How to clean your window screens
- Take them down and label them. A piece of tape with “kitchen” or “master west” saves a lot of guessing when it’s time to put them back.
- Vacuum first if they’re really dusty. Use a soft brush attachment and go easy.
- Mix a gentle cleaner. About a tablespoon of dish soap in three cups of water, in a spray bottle. Skip harsh chemicals and solvents, which can damage the screen.
- Spray and scrub lightly. Spray both sides, and use a soft-bristled brush on stubborn spots. Don’t push hard, or you can stretch or tear the mesh.
- Rinse and dry. Hose off the soap and dirt, and let the screens dry completely before you put them back.
How often?
Twice a year is a good rhythm in the Valley: once after monsoon season, and once in spring before the heat sets in.
Would you rather not do it yourself? We also offer window cleaning. And if your screens are torn, faded or bent beyond cleaning, request a free quote for new ones.