I was cleaning a window the other day while it was cold out, but the sun was beating down on it and although I was cold the water started to steam. In got me worried thinking about the summer time. I was told to use the two hand technique and if I don’t know I better learn fast. My question is if anyone has any other information that may be helpful for cleaning when it dries so darned fast?
Also, a huge point for me is how do you do pole work? I mean, you can’t clean with a mop and a squeegee on poles like you can with them in hand.
Hi
It’s summer down here in New Zealand and I have this issue currently.
Yes the two handed approach works well but it is a practiced art. Start now in small doses on a regular basis each week and you should have it nailed by the summertime.
For pole work, exterior I only use wfp now on high exteriors as this eliminates the problem but you do need to be a more attentive when the is a hint of oxidation run off. For interior high work, I try and plan these either early in the morning before the hot sun has a chance to heat up the glass or at another time when the glass is back in the shade. If neither of these is possible, get a tool that has both the applicator and squeegee in one as that way you don’t need to stop and change tools. If you notice Luke’s videos he uses this method for most of his storefront high windows, works a treat once you’ve mastered it. Thanks
GG4 helps with slowing the evaporation. Don’t use ammonia in your mix either, other chemicals other then soap can cause evaporation too, besides the sun itself.