DALLAS, Jan 1, 2002 /FW/ -- You could have the perfect window display and there is streak on the glass pane! All your hard work ruined because the glass is not clean!

As Visual Merchandisers, one of the last steps in creating a store window display is cleaning up. And part of your tools is the handy paper towel and of course glass cleaner.

Thankfully, the Hope Company, manufacturers of premium home care products has developed a solution for this bothersome problem with the introduction of its 100% streak-free product called "Hope's Perfect Glass." They even sent a few tips and tricks for a perfect glass (and mirrors) everytime:

• Use a premium glass cleaner and avoid formulations with ammonia or vinegar. Check labels for these two common ingredients which can cause streaks. Ammonia may also damage tinted windows, frames and other surfaces.
• Use cheap paper towels. Premium paper towels may be more absorbent but can contain wetting agents, dye and other additives, which may rub off on glass to cause streaks. And forget newspapers since they tend to leave ink smears on surfaces and hands.
• Use plenty of glass cleaner and paper towels. To get the best results with minimal effort, thoroughly wet the surface with glass cleaner then use two paper towels at a time to clean. When paper towels are saturated and dirty, throw them away and start fresh with a couple more.
• Work quickly, especially on hot, sunny days. Heat causes glass cleaners to evaporate faster so divide large areas into smaller ones. Thoroughly clean each section before moving on to the next one.
• Keep it clean. Dirt attracts more dirt so take care to keep surfaces clean -- especially exterior windows. Dirt left over time becomes harder to remove and some types can etch the glass causing permanent damage.