I used the 'Pink & Blink' window cleaning hack to remove winter grime – it's fast and effective

As we leave gray winter skies behind and say hello to spring sunshine, many of us will have started to notice just how dirty the outside of our home's windows are.

With the first spell of decent sunshine over the weekend, I tried a new hack for cleaning windows, and it was super fast and worked. I used The Pink Stuff to do it, which is why I call it 'Pink & Blink'. Spread the word.

The good news? It has only four steps and took less than an hour to get all my windows sparkling.

'Pink & Blink' window cleaning hack

This window cleaning hack is perfect for freshening up windows and keeping them clear for longer, meaning I don't have to spend time and energy recleaning the panes halfway through a hot summer.

Here is how to get the same results at home.

1. Clean the windows with The Pink Stuff

There is a multitude of window cleaning hacks on the internet, from using baking soda to clean windows, to using plain water and dish soap.

My favorite, however, is cleaning with The Pink Stuff. This miracle cleaning paste worked wonders for cleaning my glass shower doors and removing hard water stains, so I had to give it a go on my windows.

To apply the paste, I used a soft sponge, like these from Walmart, working in small circular motions from top to bottom. The paste is a light abrasive, helping to scrub away layers of dust and dirt without scratching the glass.

What’s more, the paste contains sodium silicate, an ingredient ideal for breaking down grease and preventing hard water stains from forming on surfaces by breaking down calcium and magnesium deposits. For this reason, I also love it for cleaning stainless steel sinks.

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2. Rinse the glass with cold water

Once the window pane was covered, I rinsed the solution away with plain cold water. I used a watering can but you could use a low-pressure hosepipe if you have a connector in your yard.

For any areas where the paste stuck, I used a clean, damp, soft microfiber cloth to wipe it away. I like these microfiber cloths from Walmart. They're pretty much guaranteed to give you a streak-free shine.