How to Care for & Clean Fireplace Glass
A fireplace adds coziness and charm to any home. Keeping it clean is essential in maintaining optimal performance. The glass doors on your fireplace get dirty from smoke, soot and other debris. This grime builds up on the glass and takes away from the overall appearance of the fireplace. Properly caring for and cleaning fireplace glass is necessary in maintaining your fireplace and keeping it looking aesthetically appealing. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Remove the doors and clean your fireplace glass at least once a year. You can clean them as needed with the doors still attached to the fireplace, but removing them and cleaning them yearly will ensure no spot is missed during cleaning.
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Fill an empty spray bottle with water. Spray a generous amount of the water onto the glass and let it sit for a few minutes.
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Scrape as much grime as you can from the glass with a razor blade. Apply a steady pressure and slide the blade slowly across the glass. Take care not to scratch the glass. Wipe the razor blade with a rag after each pass, then wipe the glass with a damp rag to remove any residue.
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Mix a solution of one part white vinegar and two parts water in an empty spray bottle. Spray the fireplace glass with the vinegar solution.
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Wipe the glass with a dry rag. Use a circular motion when wiping to reduce streaks.
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Tips & Warnings
Use the above cleaning method for cleaning fireplace glass yearly when it is detached from the fireplace, or on an as needed basis while the glass is still attached.
Ammonia is another product that can be used to clean fireplace glass. Dampen a rag with ammonia and use it to wipe down the fireplace glass. Ammonia is powerful, so wear rubber gloves and work in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid using abrasive cleaning products, steel wool or scouring pads. These products can easily scratch the glass.
References
- Photo Credit fireplace image by Michael Shake from Fotolia.com
