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:
- Put aside the curtains carefully so that they do not get dirty while cleaning window.
- 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.
- Dust the window pane giving attention to the corners & edges clean it with a tooth brush.
- Make a solution of teepol & add a few drops of ammonia to it. Then apply this on the window pane with a sponge.
- Wipe clean with a cloth dipped in clean water.
- With the glass wiper remove the excess water.
- Make a pad of newspaper& buff the glass surface by moving in one direction either vertically or horizontally.
- Finish of with polishing & buffing of metal frame & handles.
WINDING UP
- Collect the garbage from the area.
- Assemble the equipments in the work basket.
- Deposit rags & dusters in laundry.
- Place the equipments in their respective places.
- Inspect & clean surrounding area if required.
APPROXIMATE TIME TAKEN: 45 MINUTES
SUGGETIONS
- Window panes should be cleaned regularly.
- For the removal of persistent type of stains never use any sharp edged equipments as it will leave scratch marks on the pane.
- After finishing examine the glass surface from all angles so as to see if it is clean or not.