The mirror is cloudy and discolored, which drives you nuts when you use cosmetics or have your hair done! Bathroom mirrors are more prone to becoming misty and smudged due to the large amounts of condensation and steam that often fill the room.
Apart from installing different windows in your home for more light, another option is to add mirrors to bathrooms to help increase the room’s aesthetic appeal and make the space seem larger and better lit. Here’s a guide to help you properly care for your bathroom mirrors.
Clean You Mirrors with Warm Water
Mirrors are useful in bringing more natural light into a room as they refract light and make small spaces seem more expansive and spacious. Placing mirrors in strategic positions in the bathroom enhances its elegant look and offers a luxurious, sophisticated, and spa-like experience.
The first step to cleaning mirrors is using warm, clean water. Dip a soft cloth into the water and utilize gentle strokes to clean the glass surface. Then use a dry towel to remove any lingering moisture on the mirror glass.
Take special care to ensure that no water droplets remain on the edges of the mirror or its frame. Otherwise, they can cause bacteria growth
Don’t Use Alkaline or Acidic Cleaners On Mirrors
It’s better to avoid all chemical solutions which are too acidic or alkaline in nature. These substances don’t react well with the glass surface of the mirror, it’s backing and edges. The chemicals in these cleaners also have a heavy ammonia base which can be abrasive and cause damage to the glass surface of the mirrors.
If you decide to use a cleaner, don’t spray it or apply it directly onto the mirror surface. Gently wash the mirror surface with a soft cloth.
Applying a cleaning solution directly to the mirror’s surface might cause puddling at the edges of the mirror, where the cleaner would react badly with the backing of the mirror.
Dry the Mirror After Cleaning
Don’t leave the surface of your mirror wet or even slightly moist after you’re finished cleaning. You can use a small-sized, grit-free, and completely dry cloth to collect or absorb the smallest of water or cleaner droplets from the glass, the edges, and the backing of the mirror.
If your mirror has become too foggy or stained, definitely consider replacing it with a new one. Get in touch with us at Quality Window & Glass Repair LLC. We offer glass repair and replacement services in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. Contact us today to get a free glass repair or replacement estimate.