Large windows are a wonderful feature in a home, letting in plenty of natural light while also providing beautiful outdoor views. But during the winter, they can make a room feel cold and drafty, especially if you have slightly older windows. Curtains for large windows can help your house stay warmer in the winter and, by blocking out hot sunlight, can help it stay cooler in the summer as well. They also add additional color and style to a room, providing beauty as well as functionality. Curtains for Large Windows The style and type of curtains for large windows will depend on the room, your ..read more

  Have you ever cleaned your windows only to see them dry with water spots and streaks? Where did you go wrong? It may have had nothing to do with your technique and everything to do with the water you used. Tap water may be perfectly safe to drink and it’s possible to add to your solution for cleaning floors or counters but using it to clean your windows is a different story. Windows show the impurities in the water used to clean them. What’s the point in taking the time and effort to wash windows only to have them still look dingy after you’re done? Learn why tap water isn’t the best o ..read more

  This new year is ushering in a simplified and more relaxed trend in window treatments. With people spending more time at home, they are turning to minimalistic looks that soothe the eye. Warm neutral colors are also on the rise as opposed to the cool grays we’ve seen in the past few years. Another theme homeowners are embracing is sustainability. They’re choosing recycled and natural materials, such as cotton, linen, and wood. Homeowners and interior designers are also using bold shapes and patterns, including vintage floral patterns, as accents to give interior spaces personality and ..read more

Window cleaning in the summer is different from fall window cleaning. There are a lot of extra obstacles and dangers to consider when cleaning windows in the fall. In the article below we’ll review some of the following issues:   Ladder safety  Rainy weather  Slippery leaves  Cold temperatures    We hope to guide you and your family toward a safer autumn season (and cleaner windows, of course).   Ladder Safety and Cleaning Windows in Cold Weather  Ladder safety in the fall often means taking extra steps. First, you’ll nee ..read more

  While cleaning your first-floor windows is a relatively easy job, if you have a second story, you might be concerned about how to get up there to clean. Not all windows are located in an area that is readily accessible, and if you aren’t a professional window cleaner, figuring out how to safely and effectively wash those windows can be difficult. In this article, we lay out a few different ways to clean those hard-to-reach windows.  Safety Concerns   The number one thing you may be thinking about when trying to clean hard ..read more

Nothing is as tough on your windows as hard water. Hard water is a term that is often associated with large cities or a very industrialized area. The nasty truth about hard water is that it can rear its ugly head at any time. Hard water is simply water that has a high mineral content. It is formed when water percolates through deposits of limestone and chalk. The main minerals that make up hard water are calcium and magnesium carbonates. Almost any water that hasn’t gone through a softening process will have trace amounts of these minerals. A lot of homes in areas where hard water is prevalen ..read more

Painting the trim around your windows can freshen any room, making them pop! But it’s a hassle when you end up spending the majority of your time and effort putting painters tape on the glass to avoid getting paint all over your windows. If you have divided light windows… forget about it. You’d better hope you have a kid on punishment to pawn it off to! What if we were to tell you that it’s okay to color outside the lines, and that removing paint from your glass is much easier than preventing it? With a few simple tools and techniques, flawless windows can be achieved. The number one DON’T to ..read more

Window Genie is excited to be featured in Redfin’s latest article, “House Cleaning Tips: 6 Cleaning Mistakes You’re Making and How to Fix Them.” We were chosen along with a select group of experts from across the country, from those living in Washington, DC all the way to those living in Austin, Texas. Check out our contribution: Forgetting to clean window screens. There is a common misconception that rain causes dirty windows, but that’s not the case! Rain passing through a dirty screen will carry dirt and debris which causes those splotches after it rains. It’s important to brush and r ..read more

Spring has sprung and the cleaning has begun! It has a nice ring to it, but the truth is after a long winter there is a lot of work to be done inside and out of your home. While the weather in the spring gets warmer, it is still bipolar. A lot of customers want to get their windows cleaned, but always fear the inevitable April shower.   Conventional wisdom (or maybe it was just grandma) always said rain dirties our windows. When the rain comes down and ruins the fun we look out the window with dismay, but when the storm clears and fun is at hand, the tidy housekeeper frowns. Looking out ..read more

Window cleaning isn’t rocket science – we’ll be the first to admit it! But that doesn’t mean some techniques aren’t better than others. I’m sure you’ve heard of a few different popular window cleaning hacks: everything from homemade cleaners, to using newspapers, coffee filters or even diapers to wipe the glass. Well, those may work just fine… but we’re here to tell you that you can recycle those newspapers, and keep the diapers on your babies (those are expensive, you know!) because all you need is a SQUEEGEE for quick and easy streak-free window cleaning this spring cleaning season. &nb ..read more