How to Remove Mineral Deposits on a Glass Pitcher
Hard water mineral deposits on glassware form over time. This buildup takes a number of different forms depending upon the composition of your water supply. Many ways are known to help prevent and get rid of mineral deposits on your glassware. To rid your glass pitcher of hard water mineral deposits takes only a few minutes, a couple of household basics and a little know how. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Pour 8 fluid ozs. of lemon juice into your pitcher. Allow the juice to soak for 5 minutes as you periodically agitate the pitcher so that the juice keeps the sides of the pitcher wet.
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Dip your soap pad into the lemon juice, and scrub the entire pitcher. Start at the rim, and work your way down the inside of the pitcher to the bottom. Keep your soap pad wet with lemon juice, and scrub the outside of the pitcher from the rim to the bottom.
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Rinse the pitcher with water. Dispose of the lemon juice in the drain. Rinse the inside of the pitcher, scrubbing as needed with the soap pad. Rinse the outside of the pitcher, scrubbing as needed with the soap pad. Be sure to rinse away all soap residue with clean water.
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Dry and store the pitcher. Dry the inside and outside of the pitcher thoroughly with clean, dry paper towels. Wipe the glass free of smudges and smears and store until needed. Dispose of paper towels and soap pads.
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Tips & Warnings
Lemon juice is an acidic liquid. Please wear rubber gloves to avoid skin irritation. If lemon juice comes into contact with eyes, flush your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, please consult professional medical assistance.
