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How Do I Keep My Windshield From Streaking?
Most windshield streaks are cleaner and loosened residue left behind by an overloaded towel. The solution is to manage excess product and moisture with proper technique.
Quick Answer
Use Less Cleaner and Two Towels.
Apply only enough cleaner to loosen and emulsify the contamination. Use one clean, low-pile microfiber towel to clean the glass, then immediately follow with a separate dry towel to remove the remaining residue before it dries.
Why Windshields Streak
Common Causes of Windshield Streaks
Windshield streaks are typically caused by a few common beginner mistakes.
Too Much Cleaner
Over applying cleaning solution saturates the towel more quickly and leaves more excess behind.
An Overloaded Towel
Once a towel is saturated with cleaner and grime, continued wiping will leave behind residue.
No Final Dry Wipe
Excess product and moisture left behind without being removed will dry into streak marks.
Free Printable Cleaning SOP
Clean Your Windshield Without Leaving Streaks.
Download the Streak-Free Windshield Cleaning SOP & Towel Technique Guide for the complete two-towel process, from the first cleaning pass through final inspection. This guide will help you:
Identify which towel types are less prone to streaking
Use proper towel technique to eliminate streaks and smears
Find and correct any remaining streaks before you finish
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