Cleaning experts agree—these DIY solutions work better than the store-bought stuff. Of all the household chores we do, one of the trickiest is window cleaning. If a smudge of dirt or smear of residue ...

A dish soap solution makes a powerful DIY window cleaner that cuts through grime without leaving streaks. Avoid cleaning windows in direct sunlight and be sure to use clean tools to avoid streaks.

The hydrogen peroxide in your medicine cabinet works well to clean both windows and mirrors. Isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol and distilled white vinegar are other excellent window cleaners. Use hydrogen ...