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(Glass Cleaner, Economical Method) Glass : Public Area Cleaning

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WORK TO BE DONE.                        Cleaning of a glass surface( window pane)

STATE OF THE SURFACE.             Stained & very dirty.

EQUIPMENTS USED.                       Tooth brush, rags, dusters, bucket, mug, newspaper, sponge, glass wiper.

AGENTS USED.                                                  Neutral soap solution (teepol), ammonia, vinegar, fresh water, thinner (optional.)

PROCEDURE:

  1. Put aside the curtains carefully so that they do not get dirty while cleaning window.
  2. Dust the wooden or the metal frame with a rag to remove the loose dirt on it. If wooden frame, lightly wipe with a cloth wrung out thoroughly in dilute vinegar solution & if the frame is of metal scrub it with detergent solution.
  3. Dust the window pane giving attention to the corners & edges clean it with a tooth brush.
  4.  Make a solution of teepol & add a few drops of ammonia to it. Then apply this on the window pane with a sponge.
  5. Wipe clean with a cloth dipped in clean water.
  6. With the glass wiper remove the excess water.
  7. Make a pad of newspaper& buff the glass surface by moving in one direction either vertically or horizontally.
  8. Finish of with polishing & buffing of metal frame & handles.

WINDING UP

  1. Collect the garbage from the area.
  2. Assemble the equipments in the work basket.
  3. Deposit rags & dusters in laundry.
  4. Place the equipments in their respective places.
  5. Inspect & clean surrounding area if required.

APPROXIMATE TIME TAKEN:       45 MINUTES

SUGGETIONS

  1. Window panes should be cleaned regularly.
  2. For the removal of persistent type of stains never use any sharp edged equipments as it will leave scratch marks on the pane.
  3. After finishing examine the glass surface from all angles so as to see if it is clean or not.

 

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