How do you remove water spots on windows? (1 Viewer)

[cruiserkreutz]

Did a search and was surprised I couldn't find anything on this. I have pretty bad water spots on all my windows except the front windshield (it's new). I Googled and found a possible solution of dipping newspaper in a mixture of water and vinegar, them placing the wet paper on the windows where they will kinda "stick" for a while, then remove and wash with regular window cleaner. I don't want to use anything that will damage the windows, the rubber around the windows or the new paint..... Has anyone tried the vinegar technique or anything else that worked and didn't cause damage?

 

[bsevans]

Most automotive stores carry a spray for doing this. If you cannot find it there then go to a store that specializes in paint and detail supplies for trade professionals.

If however you are referring to the water coming out of your gutter, then I will refrain from being honest about my opinion of your post.

 

[cruiserkreutz]

Most automotive stores carry a spray for doing this. If you cannot find it there then go to a store that specializes in paint and detail supplies for trade professionals.

If however you are referring to the water coming out of your gutter, then I will refrain from being honest about my opinion of your post.

Thanks (I think bsevans..... I'm sure I can go to a store and get lots of ideas. I am looking for a product or solution that someone has used and had good results with. I'm not sure about the gutter and honest opinion comment. ....?

 

[kurtnkegger]

CLR on a rag could work...

 

[fieldsken1]

I used a mild rubbing compound and a scotchbrite pad. Works fine. Also vinegar works

 

[spotcruiser]

Do not use a scotchbrite pad. It will scratch the glass.

 

[Diskord]

Mr. Clean magic eraser? Don't know if it would work or not, should though.

 

[bj40green]

Believe it or not but WD40 does the trick. Don't spray on the glass but put a little bit on a cloth and rub. Afterwards clean with regular window cleaner.
I used it on my BJ40, the headlights of my Daihatsu Terios and on the glass of the shower stall. Works perfect.

Rudi

 

[rsnellie]

I used a mixture of water and vinegar to clean hard water spots off large boats. Start with about a 25% vinegar to water mix in a spray bottle and treat like window cleaner. If its jot strong enough add more vinegar. It always makes the windows, gel coat and stainless come out spotless. Also works well on shower glass. Sometimes it takes a couple applications.

 

[Waterboy]

I used a mixture of water and vinegar to clean hard water spots off large boats. Start with about a 25% vinegar to water mix in a spray bottle and treat like window cleaner. If its jot strong enough add more vinegar. It always makes the windows, gel coat and stainless come out spotless. Also works well on shower glass. Sometimes it takes a couple applications.

X2

Sent from the islands.

 

[brew8]

Ditto on the vinegar

 

[Socal78fj40]

i have always used a fine grit clay bar and then wash the windows and use glass cleaner

 

[Jeem6940]

Straight edge razor blade on a 45 degree angle. This removes anything from glass. It will make your forearms burn but it works like magic. Make sure the blade is new though. I do auto glass for a living.

 

[tjhaga]

I use equal parts of vinegar and ammonia to approx 4 parts water and use newspaper to dry to prevent streaking.

 

[lcwizard]

http://www.amazon.com/Griots-Garage...8&qid=1364683732&sr=8-1&keywords=glass+polish


Looks brand new when your done. Works best with an orbital polisher

 

[edwjmcgrath]

claybar with glass cleaner as a lubricant.

 

[Plowboy]

dishwasher rinse additive on a rag. stops spots from coming back

 

[cruiserkreutz]

I used a mixture of water and vinegar to clean hard water spots off large boats. Start with about a 25% vinegar to water mix in a spray bottle and treat like window cleaner. If its jot strong enough add more vinegar. It always makes the windows, gel coat and stainless come out spotless. Also works well on shower glass. Sometimes it takes a couple applications.

Looks like I'll try this idea.... Seems pretty popular and I already have all the stuff to do it. Thanks for all the good ideas, I'll post up the results.

 

[nick1860]

carb cleaner but spray it on the rag first then wipe on windows

 

[Fast Eddy]

carb cleaner but spray it on the rag first then wipe on windows

I wouldn't use carb cleaner, just because it is so toxic. I'm sure it would be hard on the paint too. (?)