How to Care for Fostoria Glassware

Fostoria is elegant antique glassware. The Fostoria company started in Fostoria, Ohio, in 1886, then moved to Moundsville, West Virginia, where it continued to produce fine glassware until it closed in 1986. Whether you display your glassware or use it for special occasions, you must take care when cleaning.

Things You'll Need

• Towel or rubber mat to put in bottom of sink
• Water
• Dishwashing liquid
• Soft cloth for washing
• Towel to dry glassware
• Effervescent denture tablets

Instructions

1. Place a rubber mat or towel in the bottom of the sink to protect the glassware from chipping.

2. Run warm water into the sink.

3. Add a small amount of dishwashing liquid to the warm running water.

4. Dip your glassware into water. Depending on how dirty the glassware is, let it soak for a few minutes.

5. Wash the glassware with the soft cloth.

6. Rinse glassware with warm water when clean.

7. Dry with soft cloth. Put glassware away.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have a vase that did not come clean with dishwashing liquid, try filling with water and adding effervescent denture tablets. Follow the tablet directions, then wash and rinse.

• Remember when picking up your stemware, lift at the heaviest part , not the stem. This will ensure less breakage.

• Wash each item separately, so as not to chip or scratch the glassware.

• When displaying colored pieces, avoid direct sunlight, which can cause the color to fade.

• If you are displaying a plate or platter, avoid spring tension plate stands. They can cause stress, which can lead to cracks or breakage.

• Never put your hand down into a vase. This could cause the vase to shatter and cut you.

References

• Fostoria Glass