I love Clorox Disinfecting Wipes. They are convenient (minus the pain of getting out the first wipe), effective and relatively affordable. However, I would not recommend using them to wipe down bathroom mirrors, regardless of what is written on the container.
According to the manufacturer: “Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes combine a thick, textured wipe with Clorox’s unique clear-drying formula, so you can you can use them to clean and disinfect shiny surfaces like mirrors, glass, and metal fixtures.”
I don’t doubt that the wipes clean and disinfect the items which they come in contact with (which is why I am a loyal customer); however, if you are looking for a streak-free cleaner, especially on mirrors, Clorox is not your product.
The Clorox container says the saturated cloths won’t leave behind streaks, but I have yet to figure out a way to maneuver the wipes and not be met with a highway of lines in my wake. What am I doing wrong?
Prior to entering into a relationship with Clorox Disinfecting Wipes I was a stalwart fan of Windex for windows and mirrors. That relationship was punctuated with a brief affair I had with Pledge Multi Surface Spray. However, that too left behind one too many streaks when I used it on mirrors. When I ended it with Pledge I decided to give Clorox a try, but the cleaner that had me at hello when it came to disinfecting my countertops and baby toys, fell flat when I attempted to multitask with it.
So now I am back to purchasing multiple cleaners in order to achieve a streak-free shine on windows and mirrors much to my household budget’s chagrin. My mom thinks I should ditch the Windex and clean with a combination of white vinegar, dishwashing soap and water. Apparently, if you apply the solution to windows with a spay bottle and wipe it up with newspaper, you will eliminate ugly streaks and pad your wallet at the same time.
What do you use to clean mirrors and windows?