Keep Your Windows Looking There Best
Thank you for choosing NanoGlass Protection™.
Your glass has been professionally treated with an advanced protective coating designed to:
Reduce the adhesion of dirt and contamination
Improve ease of cleaning
Help minimize staining and spotting
Improve visibility during rain
Make bird droppings, bee residue, and general contamination easier to remove
However, no coating is completely maintenance-free.
NanoGlass Protection™ is designed to make your glass significantly easier to maintain, but proper care and cleaning methods are still important for achieving the best long-term results.
Window Care Guide
Understanding what causes hard mineral staining on your exterior windows
One of the biggest causes of exterior window staining is repeated cleaning with mineral-laden tap water.
When tap water dries on the glass, the minerals are left behind on the surface.
Over time, this can create:
Water spotting
Patchiness
Mineral buildup
These problems are often worse in coastal environments where windows are exposed to salt spray and environmental contamination.
NanoGlass Protection™ helps reduce buildup and makes the glass easier to maintain, but no coating can change the minerals contained in the water being used on the glass.
Recommended Cleaning Method
The Simple Method
For best results, we recommend using the simple microfiber cleaning method demonstrated in our care videos.
This method is:
Easy to perform
Reliable
Safe for the coating
Achievable for most homeowners
Less dependent on specialized skill or equipment
Professional squeegee cleaning equipment requires significant experience and technique to use correctly, and also high quality squeegee equipment which are only available at wholesale cleaning suppliers (not available at hardware stores).
For this reason, NanoGlass Protection™ recommends the microfiber method for routine homeowner maintenance.
Routine Cleaning
2 x microfiber clothes (different colors is best)
Glass Drying towel
Empty clean plastic bottle
Heavier Buildup
Ice Blue Doodlebug Pad (non-scratch)
Optional Final Touch Method
Foam glass cleaner
Lint-free disposable towel
Tools Recommended
Before You Begin
Important Conditions
Always clean glass when:
The glass is cool to the touch
The surface is not in direct hot sunlight
Ideally on an overcast day or during cooler parts of the day
Avoid cleaning hot glass.
Cleaning solutions and water can flash-dry on hot glass, potentially leaving visible patchiness, rings, or streaking.
Video Demonstration of how to use a simple 4 step method to clean your windows treated with NanoGlass Protection™
Step 1 - Wipe the Frame Edges
Before cleaning the glass, wipe around the inside edge of the window frame with your designated frame microfibre. Its best practice to use a different colored microfibre than the cloth you will use to clean the glass. This helps to identify them and stops them getting mixed up.
Wiping the frames removes dirt from the immediate frame area so it does not get dragged back onto the glass during cleaning or drying. PVC, timber, and aluminum frames should all be approached with the same method described here.
Do one full lap around the glass, or more if required.
If your frame wiping cloth starts to get heavily soiled simply give it a good rinse out under a tap (warm water is best)
IMPORTANT: Do not place the cloth on the ground between each use. This is poor practice as it could pick up a grit or a stone that could damage your joinery
Step 2 - Wet Microfibre Cleaning
The goal of this step is to lift the contamination from the glass and suspend it in water so the microfibre can safely remove it from the surface of the glass. Because NanoGlass Protection™ reduces how strongly contamination bonds to the glass, plain water is often all that is required for routine window cleaning.
Soak your microfibre cloth until it is very wet — almost dripping. (use the second microfibre cloth not the same one used for the frames)
Wipe the glass using controlled side-to-side passes.
Move across the glass, left to right, right to left, as you work your way down the window as demonstrated in the video.
The wet microfibre is acting like a soft squeegee, lifting contamination and moving water across the surface.
After one full clean, inspect the microfibre. If you can see dirt or buildup on the cloth, fold it to a clean section and repeat the process.
Keep cleaning and refolding until the cloth no longer shows visible dirt.
As demonstrated in the video, a folded microfibre gives you multiple clean working faces. If your glass wiping cloth starts to get heavily soiled, simply give it a good rinse out under a tap (warm water is best).
IMPORTANT: Do not place the cloth on the ground between each use. This is poor practice as it could pick up a grit or a stone that could damage your windows
Step 3 - Final wet wipe
Once the microfibre cloth is no longer showing any visible contamination after completing step #2, we are ready for the final steps. At this stage there will be very little contamination left on the glass surface.
Using the same side to side (top to bottom) technique as in step 2 we are going to give the glass one more final wet wipe. This final application of water helps the glass drying towel glide across the surface and lifts of any microscopic contamination that may be remaining.
Fold the microfibre cloth to expose a clean fresh surface
Add more water to the cloth (it needs to be almost dripping wet)
Wipe the glass as described in step 2 (side to side, top to bottom)
Immediately after this step use the side of the glass drying towel that has the long fibres. These will wick the water off the surface and into the towel. Because the water on the surface is now clean, the drying towel can pull the water away without any streaks or smears.
Use side to side, up and down or circular motions to pull off the water
IMPORTANT - Do not ever place this towel on the ground. This is poor practice as it could pick up grit or a stone that can damage your windows.
Step 4 — Finishing polish of the surface (final step)
Once the glass is 95% dry, flip the glass drying towel over to the smooth side, and then use this to give the glass a quick final polish as demonstrated in the video. Only light pressure is required.
Your aftercare kit includes an Ice Blue cleaning pad for removing heavier contamination from the glass surface.
This can be used for things like:
Bee droppings (bee poo)
Bird droppings
Stubborn organic contamination
Spot Cleaning Method
Wet the affected area with a very wet microfibre cloth
Allow the contamination to soften briefly
Gently wipe the area using the Ice Blue cleaning pad
For heavier buildup, a drop or two of dishwashing liquid may assist
Once the contamination has been loosened or removed, continue with the standard cleaning process using Steps 1–4.
IMPORTANT
The Ice Blue cleaning pad supplied in your aftercare kit has been extensively tested and is regularly used by NanoGlass Protection™ technicians during glass restoration and maintenance work. While the pad itself is glass safe, its construction can allow it to pick up grit, stones, or debris if it is placed on the ground.
Before each use, closely inspect the pad to ensure it is clean and free from contamination.
If the pad is dropped on the ground, it must be thoroughly rinsed and inspected before being used again.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the glass surface.
Nano Glass Protection™ takes no responsibility for damage caused by improper use, contamination, or failure to inspect the pad before use.
Heavier Buildup & Spot Cleaning
The “90% Rule” — Realistic Expectations
One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make is trying to achieve absolute perfection on every window under every lighting condition.
Professional window cleaners develop their skills over many years. NanoGlass Protection™ is designed to help you achieve excellent real-world results quickly and consistently.
In certain lighting conditions — especially direct low-angle sunlight — you may occasionally notice a minor mark on a specific pane.
This is usually caused by a small amount of remaining contamination not being fully removed before the drying stage.
If this occurs, use a lint-free disposable towel and a very small amount of foam glass cleaner to lightly refine the affected area. We recommend Hi-Sheen as this is a fantastic glass cleaner. It can be purchased by clicking on the this link . If you are not able to purchase Hi-Sheen any standard glass cleaner is fine (use a very small amount on each window).
Important Information
Higher windows are naturally more difficult to maintain. NanoGlass Protection™ helps reduce maintenance frequency, but it does not eliminate the need for occasional cleaning.
Nano Glass Protection™ may make windows easier to maintain overall, but difficult-access windows may still benefit from periodic professional cleaning. Please contact us for advice in these situations.
Some higher windows may still require:
Professional window cleaning
Specialist access equipment
Pure water systems
Water-Fed Poles
IMPORTANT: Water-fed poles should only be used with properly purified water. If town supply water is used the glass must be dried immediately or it will lead to spotting on the glass.
High Windows & Difficult Access
Final Notes
NanoGlass Protection™ works best as part of a complete maintenance system.
The coating, cleaning method, water quality, and ongoing care all work together.
By following the guidance in this care guide, you will maximise:
Visual clarity
Ease of maintenance
Long-term performance
Overall appearance of your glass
Thank you for choosing NanoGlass Protection™.
Step 3 Secure Your Coating Warranty
Please note the specific coverage terms for your shower glass application
New windows (protected before installation) : 10 year performance warranty
Existing or Restored windows: 5 years performance warranty
By completing the registration below, you acknowledge these terms and confirm you have revived the care instructions and video demonstration to maximize the life of your coating