I’m a cleaning expert – coffee filters are the answer to getting streak-free windows

COFFEE might be the thing that brightens up your morning – but it turns out coffee filters can also brighten up your windows.

Despite their obvious use, they can be used to achieve streak-free glass.

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Coffee filters are a great alternative to paper towels for window cleaning[/caption]

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If coffee filters are not enough, also use a paper towel combination can be used to get the job done[/caption]

According to First For Women, coffee filters are better than paper towels because they’re lint-free, which means there will be no residue left on your windows.

You also won’t run the risk of having them fall apart on you since they’re made to withstand heavy water contact.

If you’re still not sold on this paper towel alternative, maybe the fact that they’re more affordable will convince you.

THE PROCESS

Cleaning windows with coffee filters is pretty straightforward.

Just spray your glass surface with your choice of cleaner and wipe it with the coffee filter.

If you want to clean a bigger surface, purchase extra-large filters – and for really caked-on dirt, you might want to stack several at the same time.

For more caffeine-related ways to clean your windows, a cleaning fan shared a clever trick to clean windows.

You can use tea to clean really muddy windows, as the mild acidity of the tea is able to cut through nasty build-up of grease and grime leaving windows picture perfect.

The genius hack not only saves you money on pricey cleaning sprays but also there is no need for fancy clothes or sponges.

Tea works as a cleaner due to the tannic acid it contains.

This acid is able to cut through tough grease and grime buildup, leaving windows spotless.

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Coffee filters are made to withstand heavy water, so they’re less likely to fall apart on you[/caption]