Glass cleaner

[theoldwizard1]

Hey, it IS a tool !

The inside of windshields collect a "film" from out-gasing of the vinyl used on the top of the dashboard. Most cleaners I have used require repeating the cleaning process 2 or 3 times.

What is your favorite cleaner for the inside of windshields ?

 

[BlakeTheCarGuy]

Sprayway is the best glass cleaner I’ve ever used. Highly recommend it.

 

[bradleydavidgood]

water with some white vinegar

 

[Rusted Nut]

Sprayway is the best glass cleaner I’ve ever used. Highly recommend it.

Another vote for Sprayway

 

[zktk01]

Distilled Water and Alcohol

 

[AldeanFan]

Kleen-flo Glass Kleen

 

[charbar]

I use Sprayway as well. Just happened to be what one of my suppliers sells so I've used it for years. No complaints, makes my windshields nice and clean.

 

[sparky 1971]

Windex with ammonia. I use Sprayway to clean my boots but have yet to use it on glass.

 

[KnurledNut]

I’ve cut that inside film with dishwater and a rag. Joy was my go-to cleaning windows on buildings. Wasnt much it wouldnt clean.

 

[Sno-Pro]

Agree, Sprayway is the best.

 

[RTM]

Another sprayway fan here

 

[scooby074]

Kleen Flo foam or bon ami foam. I also have some commercial concentrate that you mix up that works good too

 

[Vinny]

WIndex. I find what is more effective is using one microfiber cloth to wipe it on, and another to wipe it off.

 

[Bert_]

Rag with water and soap. Dry with crumpled newspaper.

 

[sparky 1971]

I use Goof Off

 

[FigN⋅m]

WIndex. I find what is more effective is using one microfiber cloth to wipe it on, and another to wipe it off.

Pretty much this.
I like the performance of Sprayway, but struggle with the odor.

Good vid on the process:
How to Super Clean the INSIDE of Your Windshield (No Streaks)

 

[Meursault74]

I use 70% isopropyl "rubbing" alcohol. I just pour some on a rag and wipe away.

I use it for other tasks as well, so I already have it and no need to buy a dedicated glass cleaner.

 

[Dodge]

I too like Sprayway, but have recently been using Menards ZEP brand glass cleaner. Works great on glass using the right glass cleaning towel, which I bought at Harbor Freight.

 

[mreisner]

I believe it was called oily film remover by the wax shop, but it's been off the market for years. Stunk horribly but did a fantastic job. 

 

[RoninB4]

-Can't speak for Sprayway, never used it. I did a brief stint with American Optical in the late 70's as a bench tech. We repaired, rebuilt, calibrated a lot of optical devices including microscopes. We used Sparkle glass cleaner exclusively for all lenses. The Illinois Crime Lab was a client that was well valued by AO, I used Sparkle on location for all the microscopes there. An old room mate was a glass cutter for high end architectural glass and he used some king of foamy stuff in a can, don't recall the name.

 

[rlitman]

...The inside of windshields collect a "film" from out-gasing of the vinyl used on the top of the dashboard. Most cleaners I have used require repeating the cleaning process 2 or 3 times...

That film is NASTY. Most other stuff comes off in one shot, but I've never had luck with any single-pass cleaning method for plasticizer condensed on the inside of glass. The best method I've got is to first clean with distilled white vinegar and a microfiber rag, and after that's dried to a streaky fog, switch to Invisible Glass with a clean microfiber.

The good news is that by the vehicle's second summer, there's usually much less of this ****. Until you put something like a seat cover in your car and IT starts out-gassing.

 

[rust in the eye]

Sprayway, you don't need much, and a microfiber cloth

 

[Steel_Rain]

Sprayway:



Costco Microfibers:

https://www.costco.com/kirkland-signature-ultra-plush-microfiber-towel-yellow-16-in-x-16-in-36-count.product.100356999.html

Nuff said.

 

[66HertzClone]

Sprayway:



Costco Microfibers:

https://www.costco.com/kirkland-signature-ultra-plush-microfiber-towel-yellow-16-in-x-16-in-36-count.product.100356999.html

Nuff said.

I just looked and found that one spray can was showing at $10 and change on Amazon, then checked the grocery store I use, same size can $2.99. Admittedly I didn't search Amazon for a better price, but $8 is a big gap.

 

[RTM]

I just looked and found that one spray can was showing at $10 and change on Amazon, then checked the grocery store I use, same size can $2.99. Admittedly I didn't search Amazon for a better price, but $8 is a big gap.

My local Ace carries it for $3.**, HD, not sure about Lowe’s.

 

[bonneyman]

So, THAT's what that icky film is! Have it all the time - I thought it was breath and sweat residue! lol

 

[Steve_P]

Consumer reports did a test on this recently and Sprayway was the winner. IIRC, invisible glass was second or third.

My Walmart carries Sprayway, so they probably all do. The only thing I don't like about it is when using it on the inside of a windshield it gets all over the dash, etc. Not the end of the world, but a bit of a PITA compared to other cleaners...

 

[BrandonV]

Sprayway is good. Invisible Glass seems pretty good as well.

I got this can of Amsoil glass cleaner I'm using up now. Not impressed.

 

[Ohio Andy]

Sprayway foam or not foam?

 

[Roadster J]

Yet another sprayway fan here.

 

[lilredex]

ZEP is the best.

https://www.homedepot.ca/product/zep-378-l-glass-cleaner-refill/1000142288?eid=PS_GO_140203__ALL_PLA-526641&pid=1000142288&store=7013

 

[FigN⋅m]

The only thing I don't like about it is when using it on the inside of a windshield it gets all over the dash, etc. Not the end of the world, but a bit of a PITA compared to other cleaners...

Spray it on the cloth, not the glass

 

[Bagherra]

Sprayway...my tint guy put me in on it

 

[geneg]

Hey, it IS a tool !

The inside of windshields collect a "film" from out-gasing of the vinyl used on the top of the dashboard. Most cleaners I have used require repeating the cleaning process 2 or 3 times.

What is your favorite cleaner for the inside of windshields ?

Sprayway works well, but is only aerosol.

Liquid in pump sprayer: Sparkle (non-ammonia), Zep Pro concentrate (1 gallon makes 32 gallons- got it for $9.** on Amazon), windex, etc. even generic brands if necessary.

For cars in & out I add a couple of ounces of rubbing alcohol to the bottle. Cuts the film & sheets off better. Cheap additive.

Always spray & wipe with a rag or terrycloth and then polish with a clean micro fiber. I avoid paper towels on glass.

 

[Ohio Andy]

Sprayway works well, but is only aerosol.

I can buy these as singles at an ace near me. The link is on Amazon for a pack of six. These are not aerosol. Who knew right

Sprayway Glass Cleaner Liquid Spray, 32oz, Pack of 6 | Ammonia-Free, Streakless, Foaming Action | Recyclable Bottle, Fresh Fragrance | Removes Fingerprints, Dust, Dirt, Smoke Film | All Glass Surfaces

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8K68KDY?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[charbar]

The only thing I don't like about it is when using it on the inside of a windshield it gets all over the dash, etc. Not the end of the world, but a bit of a PITA compared to other cleaners...

**** Sprayway is what I use to wipe down my interior Probably not the best product for that use but it works for me!




On a side note, I have a can sitting in front of me right now. Says to shake well before each use......pretty sure I've never done that. The things ya learn if you just read huh?

 

[Tynee]

I'm a sprayway fan as well.

@Ohio Andy, since you asked, I prefer the foam.

 

[toolmiser]

Rag with water and soap. Dry with crumpled newspaper.

What is a newspaper? Haven't seen that term used for years.

 

[darkzero]

Really no point in me saying that I use Sprayway also in regards to a recommendation.....

But I miss that Costco no longer sells it, used to be really cheap to buy it from Costco. I use Costco microfibers also. My last purchase of Sprayway was from Lowes, was cheaper than anyone else at the time (even Amazon which ain't always the cheapest).

Besides glass, I use it as a mild cleaner for all sorts of stuff, my cordless tools (sometimes), shoes, car interior, car seats, etc. The foamy action is what helps it clean well for certain things.

 

[Jokester]

I can buy these as singles at an ace near me. The link is on Amazon for a pack of six. These are not aerosol. Who knew right

Sprayway Glass Cleaner Liquid Spray, 32oz, Pack of 6 | Ammonia-Free, Streakless, Foaming Action | Recyclable Bottle, Fresh Fragrance | Removes Fingerprints, Dust, Dirt, Smoke Film | All Glass Surfaces

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8K68KDY?tag=atomicindus08-20

Yep and I prefer that far more than the aerosol version as it does foam up and cling to the surface instead of spraying all over the place like most cans tend to do.