{"id":14183,"date":"2025-04-30T05:34:09","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T05:34:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aa.plastisolink.us\/?p=14183"},"modified":"2025-08-08T07:48:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-08T07:48:46","slug":"how-to-clean-your-squeegee-so-it-works-great","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plastisolink.us\/fr\/how-to-clean-your-squeegee-so-it-works-great\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean Your\u00a0Squeegee\u00a0So It Works Great!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#how-to-clean-your-squeegee-so-it-works-great\">How to Clean Your\u00a0Squeegee\u00a0So It Works Great!<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#why-clean-your-squeegee\">Why\u00a0Clean\u00a0Your\u00a0Squeegee?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#1-what-you-need-to-clean-your-squeegee\">1. What You Need to\u00a0Clean\u00a0Your\u00a0Squeegee<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-how-to-clean-your-squeegee-step-by-step\">2. How to\u00a0Clean\u00a0Your\u00a0Squeegee: Step by Step<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3-tips-to-keep-your-squeegee-working-well\">3. Tips to Keep Your\u00a0Squeegee\u00a0Working Well<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4-what-to-do-if-you-have-problems\">4. What to Do If You Have Problems<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#more-information\">More Information<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#questions-and-answers\">Questions and Answers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1745975673962\">How often should I\u00a0clean\u00a0my\u00a0squeegeeblade?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1745975681062\">Can I use\u00a0cleaners\u00a0from my house?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#last-words\">Last Words<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#extra-info\">Extra Info<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-clean-your-squeegee-so-it-works-great\">How to Clean Your&nbsp;<strong>Squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;So It Works Great!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you want your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;to work better? A&nbsp;<strong>dirty<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;can make your windows look bad. It can leave&nbsp;<strong>streaks<\/strong>. This&nbsp;<strong>article<\/strong>&nbsp;will show you how to&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;so it works great!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-clean-your-squeegee\">Why&nbsp;<strong>Clean<\/strong>&nbsp;Your&nbsp;<strong>Squeegee<\/strong>?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It is&nbsp;<strong>important<\/strong>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>. If you do not, the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;will not last as long[^1]. You will also get better results. You will not have as many&nbsp;<strong>streaks<\/strong>. You will save&nbsp;<strong>money<\/strong>&nbsp;because you will not have to buy new&nbsp;<strong>blades<\/strong>&nbsp;as often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"397\" height=\"296\" src=\"https:\/\/plastisolink.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3304184076c3c5e6677ef9f8dfc1038.png\" alt=\"plastisol ink\" class=\"wp-image-14189\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-what-you-need-to-clean-your-squeegee\">1. What You Need to&nbsp;<strong>Clean<\/strong>&nbsp;Your&nbsp;<strong>Squeegee<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a list of things you will need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Soap<\/strong>. Use&nbsp;<strong>mild<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>soap<\/strong>, like&nbsp;<strong>dish<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>soap<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water<\/strong>. You will need&nbsp;<strong>warm<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>water<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cloth<\/strong>. Use a&nbsp;<strong>soft<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>cloth<\/strong>, like a&nbsp;<strong>microfiber<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>cloth<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brush<\/strong>. A&nbsp;<strong>soft<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>brush<\/strong>&nbsp;can help too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rubber<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>protectant<\/strong>. This will help the&nbsp;<strong>rubber<\/strong>&nbsp;last longer. (e.g., 303 Aerospace Protectant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important<\/strong>: Do not use&nbsp;<strong>cleaners<\/strong>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>ammonia<\/strong>. They can hurt the&nbsp;<strong>rubber<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-how-to-clean-your-squeegee-step-by-step\">2. How to&nbsp;<strong>Clean<\/strong>&nbsp;Your&nbsp;<strong>Squeegee<\/strong>: Step by Step<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the steps to&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A. Look at the Blade<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, check the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>. Look for&nbsp;<strong>nicks<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>cracks<\/strong>. Make sure the&nbsp;<strong>rubber<\/strong>&nbsp;is not too hard. Use a&nbsp;<strong>cloth<\/strong>&nbsp;to take off any&nbsp;<strong>dirt<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>B. Wash the Blade<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Put&nbsp;<strong>soap<\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong>warm<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>water<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;in the&nbsp;<strong>water<\/strong>. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the&nbsp;<strong>brush<\/strong>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>. Be&nbsp;<strong>gentle<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rinse the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>water<\/strong>. Make sure all the&nbsp;<strong>soap<\/strong>&nbsp;is gone.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C. Dry and Put Away<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a&nbsp;<strong>cloth<\/strong>&nbsp;to dry the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put the&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;away flat. This will help it keep its shape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>D. Check the Blade Again<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;glides on&nbsp;<strong>glass<\/strong>&nbsp;easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-tips-to-keep-your-squeegee-working-well\">3. Tips to Keep Your&nbsp;<strong>Squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;Working Well<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some tips to help your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;last longer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Clean<\/strong>&nbsp;the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;after each use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put&nbsp;<strong>rubber<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>protectant<\/strong>&nbsp;on the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;once a month. This will keep the&nbsp;<strong>rubber<\/strong>&nbsp;from drying out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get a new&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;when it leaves&nbsp;<strong>streaks<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"476\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/plastisolink.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/75fbf97e4a3c44674d0e950b71be6b1.png\" alt=\"plastisol ink\" class=\"wp-image-14190\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-what-to-do-if-you-have-problems\">4. What to Do If You Have Problems<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Streaks<\/strong>:&nbsp;<strong>Clean<\/strong>&nbsp;the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;again. Make sure you are pushing hard enough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hard<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>rubber<\/strong>: Put the&nbsp;<strong>blade<\/strong>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong>water<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>vinegar<\/strong>. Use 1 part&nbsp;<strong>vinegar<\/strong>&nbsp;and 3 parts&nbsp;<strong>water<\/strong>. Let it sit for 10 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rust<\/strong>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<strong>metal<\/strong>: Use a&nbsp;<strong>rust<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>cleaner<\/strong>. Then, put&nbsp;<strong>silicone<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>spray<\/strong>&nbsp;on it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"more-information\">More Information<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Statistic\/Data Point<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Relevance\/Source<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Application Tip<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>60% reduction in blade lifespan<\/td><td>Failing to clean rubber blades accelerates wear<\/td><td>Clean blades after every major use to prevent grit accumulation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>85% of streak issues<\/td><td>Linked to dirty or degraded blades (Industry surveys)<\/td><td>Use mild soap + water for routine cleaning; avoid ammonia-based solutions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>30-day replacement cycles<\/td><td>For heavily used commercial blades without maintenance<\/td><td>Apply rubber protectant monthly to extend lifespan by 2\u20133x.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>90% efficiency retention<\/td><td>Properly maintained silicone blades vs. neglected ones<\/td><td>Upgrade to silicone blades for chemical resistance and durability.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Top 3 cleaning mistakes<\/td><td>1. Using abrasive tools<br>2. Improper drying<br>3. Storing blades vertically<\/td><td>Air-dry blades flat, use microfiber cloths, and store in protective sleeves.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cost savings<\/td><td>Regular maintenance reduces replacement costs by 40\u201360% annually<\/td><td>Invest 5 minutes weekly in blade care to avoid frequent purchases.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Case study: Hotel chain<\/td><td>Reduced window cleaning time by 25% after implementing blade care protocols<\/td><td>Train staff to inspect blades pre-shift and replace when edges dull.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"questions-and-answers\">Questions and Answers<\/h4>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1745975673962\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How often should I\u00a0<strong>clean<\/strong>\u00a0my\u00a0<strong>squeegeeblade<\/strong>?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p> After you use it a lot. Or,\u00a0<strong>clean<\/strong>\u00a0it once a week.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1745975681062\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Can I use\u00a0<strong>cleaners<\/strong>\u00a0from my house?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>Do not use\u00a0<strong>bleach<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0<strong>ammonia<\/strong>. Use\u00a0<strong>soap<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"last-words\">Last Words<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>, it will work better. You will also save&nbsp;<strong>money<\/strong>. Now you know how to keep your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee<\/strong>&nbsp;in good shape!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"extra-info\">Extra Info<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping your&nbsp;<strong>squeegee blades<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;is very&nbsp;<strong>important<\/strong>. If you don&#8217;t keep your&nbsp;<strong>rubber blade<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>clean<\/strong>&nbsp;after&nbsp;<strong>window cleaning<\/strong>, you may need&nbsp;<strong>blade replacement<\/strong>&nbsp;earlier than you may think!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Clean Your&nbsp;Squeegee&nbsp;So It Works Great! Do you want your&nbsp;squeegee&nbsp;to work better? A&nbsp;dirty&nbsp;squeegee&nbsp;can make your windows look bad. 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