{"id":20985,"date":"2024-05-29T13:26:33","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T03:26:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/?p=20985"},"modified":"2024-05-29T14:34:17","modified_gmt":"2024-05-29T04:34:17","slug":"ultimate-guide-to-cleaning-your-windscreen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/articles\/ultimate-guide-to-cleaning-your-windscreen\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning your Windscreen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">There\u2019s nothing like driving around with a clean, clear windscreen; it\u2019s just one of those things that gives a little lift to your driving experience!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It looks great, but keeping your car\u2019s windscreen clean is essential, as dirt, stains, and smears could obstruct your vision whilst driving and distract your focus on the road ahead.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As our team of technicians at O&#039;Brien\u00ae AutoGlass are experts on caring for your windscreens, we&#8217;ve compiled a tried-and-tested guide on achieving a spotless windscreen.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Exterior<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:165,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">What to use:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alcohol-based glass cleaner<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">At least two pieces of clean, lint-free microfibre cloths or towels<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"23\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rubber gloves &amp; eye protection\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(optional but recommended)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 aria-level=\"4\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expert Tips:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:150,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:384}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">* Avoid using ammonia-based glass cleaners if your windscreen is tinted, as it can cause discolouration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">* Use reusable microfibre cloths or towels for a streak-free finish. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These cloths\/towels are long-lasting, can be washed after use, and are better for the environment<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Avoid using disposable cloths\/towels to make your windscreen clean and as green as possible!<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">* If you see a chip in your windscreen, make sure to get the chip repaired before applying pressure to any of the damaged areas of the chip, as this could cause the damage to spread into a crack.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Steps to follow:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Carefully lift both the wiper blades outwards and off the windscreen.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Spray the glass cleaner evenly to thoroughly coat the first half of the windscreen.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Wipe the windscreen with one of your clean microfibre cloths in straight vertical motions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Take another clean microfibre cloth and wipe the same part of the glass in straight horizontal motions, ensuring that the glass is completely dry.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Moving to the second half of your windscreen, repeat steps 2-4 using either the clean sides of the same cloth or a fresh, new set.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the wiper blades still positioned\u202foff the windscreen, spray the glass cleaner on the wiper blades.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">With a towel, pinch both sides at the top of the wiper blades and wipe downwards; repeat until dry.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"24\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Lastly, use a dry microfibre cloth to buff the entirety of the windscreen in small circular motions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 aria-level=\"4\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expert Tips:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:150,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:384}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">* Avoid having your hands or fingers touch the glass while wiping. Doing so can leave smears on the windscreen.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">* Don\u2019t leave the overspray on the trim and edges of the windscreen unwiped, as this will become visible when it dries.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">* Make sure to remove any dirt and grime accumulated in the wiper blades; if left, this may scratch your windscreen when you use the wipers.<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"none\">* Be sure to remove any leaves and twigs at the foot of the windscreen as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Interior<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:165,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Now that the outside of your windscreen is sparkling clean, read on for more tips from our O&#039;Brien<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00ae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fAutoGlass experts on cleaning the interior of your windscreen.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">What to use:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rubbing alcohol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alcohol-based glass cleaner<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Three pieces of clean, lint-free microfibre cloths or towels<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"25\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Rubber gloves &amp; eye protection\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">(optional but recommended)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Steps to follow:\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"26\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">With a clean cloth, wipe the interior of your windscreen using circular motions, starting at its bottom and moving upwards.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"26\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Flip the cloth to the clean side and wipe the windscreen again, using up and down motions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"26\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Apply enough rubbing alcohol onto a fresh, clean cloth but not so much that it drips. Wipe the windscreen using circular motions. If you get alcohol on the dash, clean it off immediately with a paper towel to avoid staining.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"26\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Spray the glass cleaner directly on another clean cloth. Wipe the first half of the windscreen using vertical, and then horizontal movements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"Arial Nova Light,Arial\" data-listid=\"26\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[65533,0],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;%1.&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Repeat step 4 on the other half of the windscreen using the same cloth.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559685&quot;:1020,&quot;335559738&quot;:75,&quot;335559739&quot;:75,&quot;335559740&quot;:408}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 aria-level=\"4\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Expert Tips:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:150,&quot;335559739&quot;:150,&quot;335559740&quot;:384}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">* Don\u2019t spray the rubbing alcohol and glass cleaner directly onto the windscreen to avoid overspray staining the dashboard.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Time to check the condition of your windscreen<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:165,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Regularly cleaning your car\u2019s windscreen is recommended as it allows you to monitor its condition and ensure there are no small chips that you may not have noticed since you last cleaned the glass.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you do notice a small chip, it\u2019s important to get it fixed before it turns into a crack.\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/articles\/get-your-chip-repaired\/\">here<\/a> to find out more about how O&#039;Brien<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00ae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fcan repair a chip in your windscreen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Make cleaning easier next time, with O\u2019Brien<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00ae <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vis-Tech!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A treatment for your windscreen, like our new O\u2019Brien\u00ae Vis-Tech, can make your cleaning job much easier!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Not only can O\u2019Brien\u00ae Vis-Tech help to prevent dirt, insects and other debris from sticking to your windscreen, it makes driving in the rain safer, as it improves your visibility by repelling the rain. One application lasts for up to 12-months (or up to 20,000kms), and can be applied by our expert technicians at any of our Service Centres. For more information on O&#039;Brien<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00ae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Vis-Tech, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/auto-accessories\/windscreen-rain-repellent\/\">here<\/a>.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">With locations across Australia, the O&#039;Brien<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00ae<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fAutoGlass team are your local experts for all things windscreens, so contact us online or call <a href=\"tel:1800 059 829\">1800 059 829<\/a> to speak to one of our friendly team<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> members<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Our experienced technicians will assess and discuss your\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/autoglass\/windscreen-repairs-and-replacements\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">windscreen repair or replacement<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202foptions, as well as help with a range of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.obrien.com.au\/auto-accessories\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">auto accessories<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> that can improve your driving experience, and help you get back on the road quickly and safely.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:2,&quot;335557856&quot;:16382457,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:300,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s nothing like driving around with a clean, clear windscreen; it\u2019s just one of those things that gives a little lift to your driving 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