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Karcher window cleaners and alternatives

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Jane43 Thu 24-Mar-22 11:05:21

I know there was a recent thread about cleaning windows but as I have decided to get a window cleaner aids such as Karcher and other alternatives I would like input. I am finding the thought of spring cleaning very daunting as I have an ongoing problem with sciatica and am just recovering from Covid. I thought a Karcher or similar may help with not only windows but tiles and other hard surfaces. I know there are various models of the Karcher but there are other makes as well and I wondered if anybody has a recommendation. At my age, 78, I’m not bothered about streaks just easing the work load.

Calendargirl Thu 24-Mar-22 11:14:42

I have just bought a Titan window vac, half the price of Karcher, but got good reviews on the Screwfix site.

Have never used one of any description, hope DH fancies having a go, my windows need some TLC!

Elizabeth27 Thu 24-Mar-22 11:21:44

I bought a cheaper one from Amazon but was rubbish compared to the Karcher. I use mine on the shower screen as well as the tiles, really is brilliant.

GrannyGravy13 Thu 24-Mar-22 11:31:08

Another vote here for Karcher, other models are available but in my opinion they are inferior.

Hellogirl1 Thu 24-Mar-22 11:37:03

I`d love one, but my problem is being able to reach as I can`t climb step ladders any more, and the Karcher doesn`t seem to have a long handle.

JackyB Thu 24-Mar-22 11:40:49

Do these only clean the panes? I seem to spend most of the time on the frames and sills, where dirt, compressed cobwebs and squashed insects gather. Sometimes a brush isn't enough and even a Q tip doesn't seem up to the job in the corners.

Mind you, I'm talking the legendary German windows here - big and wieldy.

JackyB Thu 24-Mar-22 11:44:00

youtu.be/3dNuchjXa_M

All the YouTube bloggers who comment on living in Germany have something to say about the windows. I do like being able to clean them outside and in all in one go.

Jane43 Thu 24-Mar-22 11:46:50

Thanks for the input. I am just going to go on line and look at the reviews to see which model of Karcher is the best to go for, I suspect the more expensive model will be better.

Doodledog Thu 24-Mar-22 12:39:23

I have the one with the separate water bottle, and I love it. You put a drop of washing up liquid or glass cleaner in the bottle and fill it with water, then squirt it onto the glass and wipe with the pad on the top of the bottle, followed by a squeegee with the vac bit.

We don't suffer from condensation, but friends who do have told me it's great for that, and I have recently used it on high-gloss kitchen units and found it was great for those, too.

MeowWow Thu 24-Mar-22 12:44:52

Another fan of the Karcher. Perfect for the shower and windows.
I use a few drops of stardrops in a bucket of water to wash the windows (using a sponge) use the Karcher to suck all the excess water away then a soft cloth to wipe around the edges of the window/frame. Perfect clean windows ?

Jane43 Thu 24-Mar-22 12:49:09

Thanks Doodledog. We have a lot of high gloss kitchen units so it would make my kitchen clean days a lot easier. We also have mirrored doors on our wardrobes in our bedroom and it is a real chore cleaning those. We don’t have much condensation either but I would imagine it would be a boon for the shower screen in the bathroom and the shower enclosure in the en suite. Could you possibly post a link to the Karcher you mention?

Doodledog Thu 24-Mar-22 13:15:59

This is mine. Annoyingly for me, but luckily for you, it has been reduced grin.

shoppinggirl Thu 24-Mar-22 14:20:05

A Karcher for me every time and a microfibre cloth to finish the edges. I also use it for cleaning large mirrors.

Rosie51 Thu 24-Mar-22 14:31:15

Mine is the older equivalent of Doodledog's I have two sizes of squeegee blade. The size shown in the illustration and a narrower one (probably 4inches/10cms) which is great for small areas. I'd not be without it.

Rosie51 Thu 24-Mar-22 14:36:08

Ooops scrap that, the smaller blade is 170cms/ 7 inches wide.

Rosie51 Thu 24-Mar-22 14:36:55

17 cms, I can't get it right blush

Jane43 Thu 24-Mar-22 19:31:33

Thank you Doodledog.

Shinamae Thu 24-Mar-22 19:40:54

Doodledog

]]. Annoyingly for me, but luckily for you, it has been reduced grin.

Thanks, I’ve just ordered one..?

muse Thu 24-Mar-22 23:53:47

Mine arrived last week - Curry's have great offers on them at the moment. Same price as Amazon.

I bought the VW2 version with the little bottle. I looked at YouTube to see what cleaners work best and have used both the Karcher solution and washing up liquid. Both OK but Karcher solution was the best.

Spilt some water this morning (on the floor) and a few seconds later, with the Karcher, all gone.

www.currys.co.uk/appliances/floorcare/surface-cleaners/karcher/window-cleaner

Hellogirl1. Karcher sell a long handle but it is expensive.
www.karchercenterjhs.co.uk/karcher-window-vac-extension-pole-kit-2.633-144.0

JeSuis Fri 25-Mar-22 00:33:16

A Karcher should come with a long handle, as part of the whole thing. They cost enough so we shouldn’t have to pay extra for a long handle!! Rip-off merchants! Is all they are! Confused

JeSuis Fri 25-Mar-22 00:34:25

Angry.

LadyGracie Fri 25-Mar-22 08:36:57

I bought a Karcher, total waste of money in my opinion.

Elliebeth Sat 26-Mar-22 10:37:02

I'm on my second one. Bought one when they first came out then replaced it with the one with the sponge. Brilliant for the shower screen and use it on the wall panels as well. Leaves inside the shower virtually dry

Paperbackwriter Sat 26-Mar-22 10:53:34

Maybe easier and safer to get someone in to do it?

henetha Sat 26-Mar-22 10:57:29

I'm amazed. My Karcher is excellent and vacuums up every bit of moisture.