Are you done giving your car a clean? It must be looking gorgeous. How about we refer to the checklist? Body?Spotless. Wheels? Shiny clean. Mats? As clean as new. Windshield? All good on the outside, but what about the inside? There’s the streaky mess.
That’s alright. We have all gone through this. Driving on a sunny day with the streaks blurring the vision can’t be annoying enough. We get it; you tried your best to clean it, but these stubborn streaks can’t be kicked out easily without proper tools and equipment.
Here is a comprehensive guide to help you knock down this streaky mess. So, without further ado, let’s begin.
Required Tools to Clean Your Car Windshield Inside
- Glass Cleaner
Choose a glass cleaner to fight the debris and streaks. You can find plenty of options on the market specifically for car windshields. Don’t even think about using household glass cleaner on your windshield. They contain chemicals that may damage your car’s interior.
- Microfiber Towels
Grab at least two microfiber towels, as you will need them for cleaning. We will use one towel to apply the glass cleaner and another to wipe it away.
Steps to Clean the Car Windshield Inside
Windshield cleaning shouldn’t be an arduous task, right? Neither is it. We’ve simplified it by breaking it down into a few easy steps. So, get on with the steps and make it crystal clear.
- Start by parking your car in a shaded area so the glass cleaner doesn’t evaporate.
- First, clean the outer side thoroughly to identify the streaks on your windshield. Because with a spotless exterior, all stubborn spots will be noticed.
- Use the microfiber towel to wipe away the loose grime or debris on your windshield. Wipe in a circular motion and follow up with back and forth motion to ensure no dust particles are left. You may also need to fold the microfiber towel to reach the corners of the glass.
- Now, spray the glass cleaner onto the microfiber towel. Don’t spray the cleaner directly onto the glass because excessive use of cleaner can leave streaks or a residue.
- Rub the microfiber towel onto the windshield. Again, do this in a circular motion and then vertically. Make sure not to miss any spots.
- Next, dry the glass with the other side of the microfiber towel.
- Finally, if you see any remaining streaks or spots, use a microfiber towel to buff the windshield until it’s completely clean. Make sure you use a fresh and clean microfiber towel.
Pro Tips on How to Clean the Inside of Car Windshield
- Choose the right glass cleaner formulated for auto vehicles. Don’t use household cleaners, as they may contain ammonia that can damage your car’s interior.
- Do the cleaning process in a shaded area and not in sunlight. Cleaning in sunlight can cause the cleaner to evaporate quickly and leave away streaks.
- Clean your windshield in sections. Divide the glass into sections and do it one at a time so you don’t miss any spots.
- Don’t use too much cleaner that you spend centuries wiping it. Just a little mist of spray for each section will do the trick.
- Don’t forget to clean the edges. Your windshield edges are likely to host most dirt and grime. Therefore, fold the microfiber towel to wipe the dirt away from the edges easily.
How Often Should You Clean the Inside of a Car Windshield?
The inside of a car’s windshield is often overlooked as it’s assumed not to require cleaning. However, most people don’t know that their plastic or vinyl dashboard plays the villain, resulting in a streaky mess. How?
Because of the direct contact of dashboards with sunlight, the plastic and vinyl materials have oil, which evaporates. This oil then sticks to the windshield, causing stubborn streaks.
That isn’t the only factor; your fingerprints, fumes from the car’s exhaust system, and foggy weather are yet other things that contribute to a dirty windshield. Therefore, we recommend regularly cleaning both sides of your windshield to ensure maximum visibility and safety.
Conclusion
To avoid problems with your vision while driving, keep the windshield shining. We aren’t just talking about the outside but also the inside. Because the thick layer of dirt and grime can also be resting on the inside of your windshield.
Therefore, follow our detailed step-by-step guide and regularly clean your car’s windshield to ensure a clear view of the road and never endanger lives.
