10 best glass and window cleaners for a streak-free finish

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Windex has been cleaning glass since 1933 and is a trusted formula for getting a streak-free finish. The formula cuts through dirt, grease and eliminates smears to give glass a lasting shine.

An American product, Brits do have to pay a bit more to buy it, but Windex fans love how versatile it is, using it on everything from mirrors and showers to printer heads and trainers. We also like that the Windex bottle is made from 100% recycled plastic.

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“I recommend either Astonish or Stardrops glass cleaner or white vinegar spray.”

Found on the shelves of most budget home stores, Astonish is a trusty spray with a purse-friendly price tag. It uses vinegar to get surfaces smear- and dirt-free making it safer for any pets around the home.

快干配方可以离开你的窗户d mirrors shining and is cruelty-free and vegan-friendly to boot. Just make sure to avoid contact with acid-sensitive surfaces such as marble and limestone and don’t use it on varnished, polished or unsealed wood.

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“Method Glass Cleaner is amazing.”

Not only is this glass cleaner from Method better for the environment, but it also comes with a minty aroma that’ll leave your home smelling fresh.

It’s made with plant-based ingredients and is vegan-friendly and cruelty-free so you can clean most surfaces such as showers, windows and glass tables knowing you’re doing your bit for the planet.

As it doesn’t contain any chemicals, it’s safer for pets too and comes in a plastic bottle that’s 100% post-consumer recycled.

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When it comes to cleaning glass hobs, wiping it with a standard cleaner may get rid of food stains but can leave behind unsightly smears. The Hob Thorough Cleaner by HG has been designed to clean and leave a protective shine.

The powerful formula safely removes grease, grime and food marks from induction, glass and ceramic hobs. Simply apply with a cloth, wipe clean and polish to shine, and your hobs will be gleaming again.

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“I started using this about four years ago when my husband (renovating an old car) mentioned it. I grabbed it and, whoa, what a game-changer. I have four large bifold units in my house and it’s a quick spray and wipe, and they’re spotless with no residue or smearing. I’ve also got a lit mirror in the bathroom and it sorts this out in seconds with virtually no polishing or rubbing, etc.”

Free of wax, abrasives and silicone, Autogylm Fast Glass won’t just give your car windows a long-lasting shine but also clean glass substitutes, plastics and paintwork without leaving a greasy residue.

You can also spray it on a microfibre cloth to clean your mirrors, in-car screen and sat nav equipment - a safe but effective spray that can leave your whole car shining.

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“I’ve started using Nilco Nilglass cleaning spray and found it brilliant when using a microfibre cloth.”

Designed with professional window cleaners in mind, Nilco Nilgass H3 promises to be a smear-free glass and mirror cleaner.

Suitable for most types of glass, including shower screens and glass tables, and all water-resistant hard surfaces, you can use it around your home and to clean your car.

You only need to spray a small amount and it will get to work on smears and stains. Nilglass is available to buy in 500ml or one-litre trigger spray bottles and a five-litre refill.

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“Give Viakal Limescale Remover a try. Spray it on the shower door and give it a good scrub down.”

“My cleaner made me get Viakal. My shower screen was translucent with limescale and now you can't see any on there at all. She’s a genius.”

While not specifically a glass cleaner, Viakal’s Limescale Remover Spray is very effective at getting rid of limescale and pesky watermarks on your shower screen.

Cleaning guru Mrs Hinch is a fan and uses it on all the shiny areas of her bathroom, such as taps, plugs and shower heads. Simply spray, scrub with a non-scratch scourer to remove any stains and leave to soak for 20 minutes. Then rinse and buff with a clean microfibre cloth and your shower screen will be gleaming.

It also helps to prevent the build-up of limescale but does have a strong smell so make sure to open your windows when cleaning.

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HG has a whole range of products for cleaning your home, from mould remover to toilet cleaners. Their Glass and Mirror Spray is a great low-price option for tackling dirt and grease on all glass surfaces inside and outside of the home.

The 500ml bottle can be used to get rid of a build-up of soap residue on shower screens, wipe smears off glass tables and dirty fingerprints off mirrors to give you that much-desired streak-free finish.

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With House Mate Foaming Mirror and Glass Cleaner, you don’t have to worry about wiping away drip marks or unnecessary waste. Unlike water-based products, the foam sticks to the glass to get working on any stains, smears or dirt immediately.

Simply spray on then polish off any glass and mirror surfaces around your home and in your car for a lasting shine.

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“I’ve had mine for three years. Just use water to clean glass doors and windows. In the bathroom, just wipe the bath down after a shower to stop smearing.”

If you don’t like using chemicals, an E-Cloth is a very effective alternative. Using masses of microfibres, it removes dirt and streaks from glass surfaces using only water.

The cloth absorbs moisture and over 99% of bacteria to leave your mirrors, windows, chrome and other surfaces looking clean and smudge-free. Afterwards, you simply throw it in the washing machine.

There’s no plastic or paper waste and it’ll be much nicer on your bank balance too. This pack comes with four cloths and a three-year or 300-wash guarantee so you can keep cleaning for longer.