As Diwali approaches, many people are preparing to tidy up their homes, and cleaning the screens on doors and windows is an important part of this process. Often, people clean floors, fans, and the windows themselves, but they avoid cleaning metal screens from accumulated dust and dirt because it takes a lot of time. Sometimes people try to wash the screens with hose water, but this only temporarily improves the appearance, as a thick layer of grime forms on them again, spoiling the look of a clean home.
Especially near the kitchen, sticky grease and smoke accumulate on the screens. Cleaning such screens usually takes many hours and effort. However, if you think that expensive cleaning agents are needed for this task, you are mistaken. With ordinary hot water, detergent, and liquid soap available at home, you can easily clean a dirty screen without extra effort.
To clean a metal screen on a door or window, you will need some common items that are easy to find at home.
Due to the accumulation of dust, dirt, and grease, cleaning a metal screen becomes a difficult task. In this case, a solution of hot water and detergent will help loosen the grime. First, you need to fill a basin with enough hot water that can be used safely, provided the water is not too hot.
Next, add a little washing powder and liquid dish soap to the water and mix thoroughly. Then, wet a sponge or soft cloth in this solution and gently apply it to the screen, trying to clean every part of it.
After applying the solution, leave it for about 10–15 minutes so that the settled dust and grease become soft. After that, carefully scrub the screen with a sponge or a soft brush. This will allow the dirt to come off easily, and you won't have to exert excessive effort.
After finishing the cleaning, wipe the screen with a clean, slightly damp cloth to remove any soap and detergent residue. Then, dry the screen completely with a dry cloth. It is important to avoid prolonged contact of water with the metal screen, as this increases the risk of rust.
When cleaning a metal screen, avoid scrubbing hard. If the screen is painted, test the solution on a small area first to minimize the risk of paint damage. Furthermore, if there is already rust or peeling paint on the screen, simple soap and water may not be enough to completely eliminate the problem.
It should also be remembered that you should not use excessively hot water for cleaning, and when working with the screen, you must protect adjacent wooden doors or electrical switches from getting wet.
By applying this simple method, you can clean regular dirt from door and window screens before Diwali. This will make the house cleaner and save you unnecessary hassle in preparing for the holiday.