International holidays - Windshield Washers Day
Celebrated on 26 FebruaryAny profession has value in society, bringing certain benefits and solving assigned problems, so February 26 has become a significant date for specialists such as glass washers.
This is a difficult job that requires skill and courage. In modern cities and megalopolises, buildings are growing tall, many of which have glass facades that need regular cleaning, which is what specialists in this field do.
The United States is considered one of the first countries where this profession appeared. Skyscrapers and large transparent storefronts constantly required maintenance and a mirror shine. Over time, the American Window Cleaners Association was formed and grew by several thousand each year. Not long ago, it was decided to set a date for our own holiday of glass washers, immortalizing it in history on February 26 and celebrating it annually. The number was not chosen by chance - the end of winter is a period of special demand for such services, because preparations for the spring season begin and after the cold weather it is imperative to clean the windows in houses, on building facades and storefronts.
The main thing for masters of their craft is to show that any work is important in this life and plays a certain role. Window washers are happy to talk about the difficulties and risks of their profession - providing washing services is not considered as simple as many people think. Windows almost always have to be washed at heights, so it is important to follow certain technologies, know the technique and, of course, have a good sense of balance. Recently, flash mobs and funny competitions have become popular; for example, they set up a “race” on the façade of a high-rise building to see who can wash their vertical windows faster and cleaner. Another popular entertainment has become the use of washing foam - drawings are created on glass, sometimes masterpieces are obtained in the form of famous paintings from the classical heritage, although they are short-lived, but the impression of those around them from what they see evokes enthusiastic emotions, surprise and remains in the memory for a long time.
In addition to professionals, even the most ordinary housewife can take part in the celebration. Armed with equipment - a rag, sponge, detergents, you can start cleaning windows, thereby supporting all professional employees in the field on this day.
Other holidays on 26 February
- International holidays - World Day of Slowness
- International holidays - World Pistachio Day
- Day of Khojaly genocide and national mourning in Azerbaijan
- Funny Holidays - Thermos Bottle Day
- According to the folk calendar - Martinian day
- Kuwait Holidays - Kuwait Liberation Day
- Memorial Day of the Venerable Martinian
- Memorial Day of St. Zoya and Photinia