Black Tea Window Cleaner

Black Tea Window Cleaner @ NancyC

Who would have thought that black tea could be used as a window cleaner? I think it’s a great idea–so many people drink it, so they have it on hand, and it’s a great eco-friendly alternative to conventional chemical-laden cleaners. I didn’t come up with this idea myself–the tea experts at Choice Organic Teas, makers of organic, fair trade certified teas, told me about it and sent me some samples of their black tea to try it out! They sent me their Classic Black, English Breakfast, and Wild Forest Black teas–any black tea should work for making the window cleaner.

I used the Classic Black tea and found that this window cleaner is really easy to make. I was also surprised at how well it cleaned my windows! Here’s how you make it:

BLACK TEA WINDOW CLEANER

What you’ll need:

a clean, empty spray bottle

3 tea bags of black tea

1 cup of hot water

Directions: Steep tea bags in 1 cup of water for 4 to 5 minutes; remove tea bags and let brewed tea cool. Pour the cooled tea into your spray bottle. Spray on windows and mirrors and wipe thoroughly with a paper towel or cloth.

That’s all there is to it! it’s nice to be able to clean your windows using natural ingredients instead of chemicals, isn’t it? This sure comes in handy for spring and summer cleaning! Have you ever tried making your own window cleaner?

Linked to Fiesta Friday, Inspire Me Monday.

20 thoughts on “Black Tea Window Cleaner”

Anjana @ At The Corner Of Happy & Harried May 27, 2016 at 2:21

That’s a handy tip. Thank you!!

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1. nancyc Post authorMay 27, 2016 at 5:19
  
  You’re welcome! 🙂
  
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apuginthekitchen May 27, 2016 at 5:15

Well I never heard of this but will definitely be giving it a try, I have used white vinegar but never tea, love the idea.

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1. nancyc Post authorMay 27, 2016 at 5:20
  
  Yes, it was new to me, too–never would have thought I could use black tea to clean windows! 🙂
  
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Marisa's Italian Kitchen May 27, 2016 at 5:43

I have never heard of this! Will definitely be trying it 🙂

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1. nancyc Post authorMay 27, 2016 at 5:57
  
  I really like that you can use something natural like this to clean windows–hope it works well for you! 🙂
  
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Bam's Kitchen May 27, 2016 at 8:36

Can’t wait to try this. Actually my windows are absolutely filthy as the apartment right above us is undergoing a major renovations and so much dust. Will have to give this a try. I wonder if it would work with Chinese Puer Tea… LOL

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1. nancyc Post authorMay 27, 2016 at 9:29
  
  You’ll have to let me know how it works for you! I had some very dusty windows I used it on, too! 🙂
  
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Karen May 28, 2016 at 9:55

Totally new to me and since I’m a tea drinker I’ve always got it in the house.

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Balvinder May 28, 2016 at 8:01

I really love this eco friendly cleaner.

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1. nancyc Post authorMay 28, 2016 at 10:57
  
  Glad you like it! 🙂 I really like that it’s a natural, inexpensive cleaner!
  
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Patty Nguyen May 31, 2016 at 9:03

What a great tip, Nancy! Thank you!

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Culinary Flavors June 1, 2016 at 2:47

Thanks for sharing this great tip!

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Shari June 1, 2016 at 4:43

I never knew you could use tea to clean windows! I am so glad to learn that. I really like to use natural cleaners whenever I can. I appreciate you sharing this, Nancy!

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1. nancyc Post authorJune 1, 2016 at 10:05
  
  You’re welcome, Shari! Hope you had a nice Memorial Day Weekend! 🙂
  
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Nancy June 3, 2016 at 10:08

Wow…such an innovative idea! Please tell me it’s a “streak free” cleaner and I’ll be all in!

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1. nancyc Post authorJune 3, 2016 at 5:15
  
  Well, I didn’t notice any streaks on the windows I had cleaned with it, so as far as I know, it’s streak free! 🙂
  
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justoanablog August 31, 2016 at 10:41

That’s pretty neat! I love finding ways to use natural ingredients around the house instead of chemicals. Keep up the good work, I love it. And please take a look at my site, I’m a new blogger and interested in all things sustainable, green and eco-friendly. See you soon!

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Hannah Loewentheil March 5, 2019 at 2:08

Hey, I’d love to use this photo in a buzzfeed article. Do I have permission to use? I will, of course, credit you and link to your blog. Thanks! Hannah

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1. nancyc Post authorMarch 5, 2019 at 3:14
  
  Hi Hannah! Yes, feel free to use this photo with a link back and any others you may want to from this site! Thanks so much for checking with me! 🙂
  
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