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Today Spick & Span Window Cleaners went to clean the windows of a very large four storey semi-detached property in London Chelsea.

This luxurious Four bedroom, three bathroom property overlooks the Thames and is set near to Chelsea Old Church which is a royal heritage site. Located just yards from the property are the Thomas More Statue and a stone relief by Jacob Epstein.

Spick & Span window cleaners clean this property on behalf of this client as a regular maintenance program.

This property is set in Old Chelsea and has crittal windows and multi-paned sash windows. Many of the windows require a high pole to reach effectively.

There are skylights on the fourth floor which can only be reached with a 47ft window cleaning pole.

The windows at the rear of the property are cleaned from a balcony.

Because of the properties proximity to the Chelsea embankment traffic, the windows get dirty quickly. This means that for the properties windows to always look spick and span, regular cleaning is required.

After we visit is always very satisfying to see the transformation that window cleaning makes.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners were invited to clean the windows of a home on one of London’s most desirable roads. The house extends over six floors and has a double basement.

The windows of the house allow for natural light, however they were not performing to their full potential.

The property which backs on to Holland Park has a stunning vistas being located on the southern border of the park, which were somewhat restricted.

Spick & Span window cleaners provided  thorough window cleaning of the four front elevations of the house that are visible from the street. We also cleaned the subterranean basement light wells, family bedrooms and bathrooms, kitchen extension roof lights and bi-folding doors at the rear of the property.

How we increase natural light by window cleaning?

We remove dust particles and other obstructive material from glass so that natural light fills the space within. We do this by using the latest cleaning methods. Where possible we avoid chemicals so as to protect the environment. These methods we use also do not leave smears on the glass.

The level of natural light was again evident after this clean. The openness of the living space and the stunning views of the park were truly a joy to behold.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners were tasked with cleaning the windows and gates of an historic Hampton Court Manor House.

This eight-bedroom Manor House, originally built in 1740,  has a long history of high society connections.

The windows that required cleaning  were located on the lower ground, ground and two upper floors. Some of the windows were accessed from a first floor balcony. All windows including the frames were thoroughly washed both inside and out outside. Work commenced at the front on the outside of the building, and from inside at the top of the building.

The preferred method of cleaning outside was the reach and wash window cleaning method. On the inside all windows were washed using a solution that doesn’t leave smears.

This grand home was in need of experienced windows cleaners who could tackle this type of work.

Spick & Span were very happy to add this property to a long list of exclusive residences that we have had the pleasure to clean.

Some of the highlights of this cleaning experience were the views. Whilst cleaning we observed grazing deer in Bushy Park. We also saw historic walls built by King Henry VIII in 1540.

We were glad to have completed the project in a time frame that was allotted and to the approval of the property manager of this grade II listed building in Hampton Court.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners went to clean windows at one Kensington Gardens, W8.
One Kensington Gardens is a residential development. It has 9 floors and contains 97 apartments. This exclusive building is located in between De Vere Gardens and Victoria Road, and overlooks Kensington Gardens, hence the name.

Spick & Span were involved in cleaning the windows of a ground floor apartment which comprised of 8 very large floor-to ceiling windows. Each window had to be reached by long telescopic poles. There were railings in front of the windows which made access quite difficult. However the difficulty of access was overcome by the tools that were used.

The reach and wash method that is ideal system for cleaning difficult to access windows. Purified water which is pumped through brushes is used to scrub the windows. The windows dry naturally and completely spotless.

The client was very pleased with the end result. Based on the comments that were received after the window cleaner had completed the  work we expect that we may be employed to go back to clean the windows at one Kensington Gardens again in the not too distant future. We would be delighted to attend again to clean the windows of this stylish building close to the Royal parks.

Today Spick & Span Window Cleaners did some work on behalf of a PA who had been tasked with the job of  organising the window  cleaning of a 3 bedroom duplex property in Cadogan Square, London SW1.

Cadogan Square is in Knightsbridge and gets its name from the Earl of Cadogan. It is one of the most sought after areas to own a property. It is also one of the most expensive residential part of London.

This property which has just recently been acquired by the boss of the PA that booked us, is to be rented to tenants by the end of the week, hence the urgency of the booking.

This beautiful red-brick period property was like a rabbit warren within, containing numerous passages leading in to rooms that contained windows of various shapes and sizes.

The windows in the main living area were tall, perhaps 5 metres in height. On the lower floor, which essentially was a basement, there were three bedrooms. The master bedroom windows were difficult to access from inside as there were boxes that blocked the windows, but these were careful moved by the team before the cleaning commenced.

According to the PA , the personal cleaner had attempted to wash some of the internal windows herself but because it was too tricky had left smears and streaks, much to the chagrin of the tenant for whom this cleaning work had been undertaken.

All three bedrooms had outside courtyards, which meant that they could be cleaned from outside fairly easily, however it was necessary that specialised window cleaning equipment be used to reach the tall windows internally and to clean effectively the first floor windows externally.

Spick & Span window cleaners have experience in cleaning windows in exclusive neighbourhoods in London and have the tools to clean windows that many domestic cleaners may struggle to clean effectively.

Needless to say this PA, who’s used our services previously, was also on this occasion not left disappointed. In fact she is keen for us to  come to  clean the windows at  another property in the area that she manages on behalf of her boss.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners went to clean the windows at a location that has within it one of the most expensive flats in the country, this was  located in: One Hyde Park, a major residential development located in London Knightsbridge, SW1.

This super structure of a building located next to Hyde Park, is one many exclusive locations that we often find ourselves cleaning in.

Spick & Span window cleaners performed this at the request property managers working on behalf of this client. We carried out all the work with the utmost  discretion and in compliance with all protocol placed upon us by the One Hyde Park security.

This fifth floor at One Hyde Park, consistent with the rest of the residential building, is completely bounded in glass, much of which is maintained by the  in-house window cleaners, however it can become necessary to find windows who are able to clean the balconies of One Hyde Park, as these areas can be difficult to reach from window cleaning cradles.

We cleaned the windows of the balcony of the apartment in One Hyde Park both inside and outside. These large glass doors were remote controlled and allowed us access outside. From outside the property we were able to get close enough the window to scrub and aggravate the build up of dirt on the glass, which had been left from the London air.

It was clear that attempts had been made to clean the floor-to -ceiling glass of the doors before. These attempts however had been unsuccessful and had in fact made the windows look worse. They were thick with grease or detergent which had left stains. They also were very smeary.

We were able to rectify the work that had been done previously by using the correct solutions. We used telescopic poles, a applicator pad, squeegee, and cloths to remove stubborn marks.

The windows afterwards, looked spotless.

One of the keys to having a clean home is to educate each individual within the home of the need to play their part. This includes young children. Teach your children the value of playing their part in  maintaining a clean home by making their beds, and helping in other household tasks, according to their age. You will be surprised by how much young children enjoy helping in cleaning the home, and this also has health benefits for them.

A top tip in cleaning you child’s finger print marks from window is to use a slightly damp micro-fibre cloth. Rub the mark from side to side applying pressure as do so. Use a dry part of the micro-fibre cloth to remove any remaining smears. The glass will now be completely transparent and the finger prints should’ve disappeared.  Window Cleaning Tips from the Pros.

 Be a shrewd consumer

When purchasing items, have in mind the cleaning time  that will be required for each item.While brass or other metallic  items seem attractive as home furnishings, remember that they are dust magnets, and over a course of years they require hours of dusting. So be careful not to be lured by the beauty of an objects appearance, try to think of the time it would take to clean, and weigh up whether you are prepared  for such an investment.When it comes to  the décor of your home  think carefully about  the  material you select to cover your walls. For instance  using semigloss to  paint walls can be a good idea, particulary if you have young children  because this can be washed very easily and still looks nice.You can rapidly reduce the investment of time in cleaning floors by remembering that smooth linoleum or wooden floors are easier to clean than a carpet. But beware of floors that require constant waxing as this can consume time.Choose the colours  of your furnishings wisely, and remember: dark upholstery shows up the dust,and  light colours are easily soiled, so look for  in-between colours, and check the fabrics  washability, try to  get something that will be easy to clean,and  will hold up to normal wear for longer.

Minimize clutter

Analyze your home to see what you could eliminate and remove items that are infrequently used. You may have to be tough with yourself on this one. If this is difficult for you to do, apply the six month test; place the infrequently used item in a box for six months and if within those six months you do not use the item  you can rest assured that it  isn’t needed. Get rid of it at once!If your house is large, close off a section, perhaps covering the furniture with old sheets and open it only when you have company or when it is otherwise needed. This will save you much valuable time.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners were called out to do a specialised window cleaning job for the owner of a Grade II listed property located in the heart of Brompton Square in London, SW3.

Brompton Square, which has many historic buildings located within it, is a garden square in the Brompton District of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Spick & Span window cleaners regularly carry out window cleaning work in the surrounding areas of this part of London.

The windows of this is six bed, terraced home needed a thorough going over by the team of Central London window cleaners.

The  property had undergone renovation, that is to say, as much as is permissible for a grade II listed building. Glass walls and balustrades had been installed within, to maximise internal light. Large Double extension Bi-folding doors were installed at the rear elevation to capture sunlight at the back.

Carpenter had worked tirelessly within the building, however as a result had also created large amounts of dust and wood deposits. This dust had adhered to glass panelling and therefore obscured natural light from travelling through the property.
Building work carried out on the outside of the property meant that the  external side of the windows had become soiled.

Dirt, dust and debris that accumulates on glass can be difficult for house mangers and cleaning staff to deal with, especially when tall internal windows are involved. Also large terrace buildings this size, 5 storeys, can be difficult to reach with basic tools.

The property manager who booked us for this job clearly had a large task on her hands. To get the property in order,’all spick and span’ ,  in time  for the arrival of the family due to return in a day or two. This stress clearly showed, however we were able to remove much of this anxiety by providing the service.

External windows were thoroughly, but carefully scrubbed using the latest and safest window cleaning methods.

Internal windows were cleaned without creating any drips or damage to furnishings.

So pleased ,was the house manager, with our professional approach to the work, and the sparkling results of window cleaning that She has booked us to come back again.This we will do when the family that own the home are next on vacation.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners went to Petyt Place, Chelsea, SW3  to do an external clean. The property had 4 floors and a roof terrace on the 2nd floor at the back. On the side of the property there where 15 Georgian glass windows that required cleaning as well as a skylight. On the front of the property there were around 9 Georgian windows and a Velux skylight. This whole house took approximately 2  hours for the two window cleaners to clean.
All of the windows on the front and side were washed thoroughly using purified water. The windows on the roof terrace and on the basement at the back were cleaned using window cleaning detergent.

All of the windows were Georgian sashes.

The housekeeper and staff helped the window cleaners who were on call to get access to the back of the property and ensured that all of the windows were closed.

The windows of this tall building were cleaned using large telescopic poles and brushes. These poles are effectively able to clean four storey windows.

This is one of a number of properties that we clean in Chelsea, SW3.

Today Spick & Span window cleaners went to Hyde Park Gate, SW7  to do an external clean. The property had 5 floors and a balcony on the 2nd floor at the front. On the back of the property there was a glass roof lantern and 2 Velux windows that required cleaning as well as 7 large sash windows. This whole house took approximately 2.5 hours to complete.

Two window cleaners  were needed. To reach the windows at the front a 60 ft. carbon fibre pole was used. At the back of property a ladder was needed to access the roof lantern.

All of the windows were washed thoroughly using purified water.

All of the windows were Georgian sashes. The brushes that we used are ideal at cleaning this type of window.

The PA for the family who own this property wanted the windows cleaned before the homeowner returned from overseas. The housekeeper was there to show us the window cleaners where everything was and helped to open some of the windows.

This is one of a number of properties that we have recently cleaned in and around South Kensington.