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March 9, 2016

DIY Cleaners : Window + Mirror Cleaning Spray

The Perfect DIY Glass Cleaner - Clean Mama

Spring cleaning and window washing go hand in hand and this is the perfect DIY cleaning solution to do the trick. Seriously, if you have never tried to make your own cleaners, this one will convert you in a hurry. You probably have everything on hand – feel free to omit the essential oil – it’s for scent in this recipe. Mix it up, spray a window or mirror, wipe clean and admire your streak-free surface.

Window + Mirror Cleaning Spray Ingredients - Clean Mama

Window + Mirror Cleaning Spray

Looking for clean and streak-free windows and mirrors? This quick drying spray will do the trick!

  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons rubbing alcohol
  • 3 drops peppermint essential oil

Mix in spray bottle, spray liberally on surface and wipe clean with a window + mirror cleaning cloth.

Window + Mirror Cleaning Spray - Clean Mama

If you’d rather purchase this recipe already on an adorable label with or without a glass spray bottle to store it in – look no further than Clean Mama Home:

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More posts in this series – just click on the image to go to the post:

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Filed Under: Come Clean in 2016, Come Spring Clean, DIY Homemade Cleaners Tagged With: how to clean mirrors, how to clean windows, mirror cleaner, window cleaner

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  1. DeeDee J says

    March 9, 2016 at 4:48 pm

    Does this also work for the shower?

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    • Becky says

      March 13, 2016 at 11:47 am

      Try it and see!

      Reply
  2. Erica Cruz says

    March 10, 2016 at 7:50 am

    Love love LOVE the spray bottles and labels! I will definitely be headed to the shop to get a bundle! Always love your posts, Becky!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Becky says

      March 10, 2016 at 10:54 am

      Thank you Erica!
      xo

      Reply
  3. Corry says

    March 10, 2016 at 11:50 pm

    Hi Becky! Where did you get the blue funnel shown in the picture….I have to have it! I’m obsessed with everything Clean Mama 🙂

    Reply
    • Becky says

      March 13, 2016 at 11:41 am

      HomeGoods 🙂

      Reply
  4. Faylinn says

    March 11, 2016 at 4:43 pm

    I have been looking everywhere for a really good vinegar-based cleaning recipe that I could use on my windows. I am really glad that I found your post, because I love that your concoction includes rubbing alcohol. A lot of the spray recipes that I have seen out there include dish soap. However, I definitely think that alcohol would act as a better disinfectant than dish soap.

    Reply
  5. Patricia says

    March 19, 2016 at 12:17 pm

    Where do I get rubbing Alcohol, I have need heard of it – I live in Australia?

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    • Becky says

      March 19, 2016 at 6:32 pm

      I get it in the pharmacy section of my store 🙂

      Reply
  6. Sam Davidson says

    March 19, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    Patricia you can get it at Chemist Warehouse in Australia. One brand, Isocol, comes in a big green bottle with a crocodile on it!
    Becky, is the peppermint oil just for the scent or does it serve a purpose like oil of cloves would?
    Thanks
    Sam

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    • Becky says

      March 20, 2016 at 11:18 am

      Thanks Sam! Yes, in this recipe it’s for scent 🙂

      Reply
  7. Casandera says

    March 21, 2016 at 2:52 am

    Hi!

    I love love love your book and website!!! Can you tell me where you found the old hanging tags you use to use on your spray bottles? I like the idea of the tag so I can change out my spray bottles of I choose. I’ve looked everywhere for those tags and can’t find them anywhere 🙁

    Thanks!!
    Casandera

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    • Becky says

      March 28, 2016 at 1:49 am

      Staples!

      Reply
  8. Carol Hood says

    May 1, 2016 at 5:08 pm

    How important is the peppermint essential oil in this cleaner?

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    • Becky says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:24 am

      You can easily leave it out – the scent is refreshing while cleaning but it doesn’t add any cleaning power 🙂

      Reply
  9. Heba Shawky says

    June 25, 2016 at 6:44 am

    Hello,
    Can I replace the peppermint with rose oil?

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    • Becky says

      June 26, 2016 at 6:46 pm

      Any essential oil will work 🙂

      Reply
  10. Jenna says

    July 29, 2016 at 8:54 pm

    This is brilliant! When I got pregnant, my doctor told me to stop cleaning with windex and I’ve been meaning to make this spray for quite some time (I’m 32 weeks now haha). Finally did and it’s unbelievable how clean the windows and mirrors came! Totally converted.

    Reply
  11. Marge Sweigart says

    September 17, 2016 at 6:03 pm

    Hi Becky! Wow! I just mixed up a batch and tried it out. It’s fantastic! No smearing at all, and the mirrors and windows are sparkling clean. It also did a beautiful job on my glass dining table. I had been using Sprayway, and the fumes always made me choke. Not a good sign. I’m so glad to have this recipe. Definitely a keeper! Pinned and shared.

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  12. clair says

    November 5, 2017 at 6:25 pm

    Ive tried both windex and Meyers glass cleaner and both left me underwhelmed. Windex left streaks while Meyers was so strong, I had to hold my breath. I dreaded using both. I just made a batch of this cleaner (which was the perfect amount for my little glass bottle) and it worked perfectly! No streaks, no smell. I mightve used a bit more essential oil because the drops came out so fast. My plan was to try out several mixes from different sites and I think I already found my favorite. Thanks!!!

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    • b r says

      November 13, 2017 at 3:15 pm

      Yay! So glad you LOVE it!

      Reply
  13. Lisa Pratte says

    December 12, 2018 at 10:12 pm

    For my mirrors I use Original Authentic Streak Free Microfiber Cloth 3 Pack from Amazon for $7.95. I find that these wok the best on my mirrors and even my windows. I use water only and it is streak free.

    I just bought Simply Clean and The Organically Clean House. I actually bought two sets, one for a gift! I love the books, but do feel a little overwhelmed! I will start in January. I have a cleaning service every other week, but I do tidy and do some in-between cleaning and due to my bad back, may change their schedule, depending on how I do going forward and in January. I might just have them do the floors and the bathrooms and/or heavy fall and spring cleaning.

    Reply

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