How to Get Rust Out of a Glass Vase

Rust on a glass vase can be easily removed.

Beautiful decorative glass vases may rust due to exposure to moisture and other environmental factors such as oxygen. Rust buildup inside or on the outside of a glass vase doesn't always mean the vase is ruined and unusable. Removing the rust from a glass vase takes a little more time and effort than simply wiping it away to restore the shine of the vase without harming the glass

Things You'll Need

• White vinegar
• Rice
• Dish soap
• Dry cloth

Instructions

1. Fill the kitchen sink with warm water.

2. Add one cup of vinegar and two tablespoons of dish soap to the water.

3. Gently place vase in the water. Ensure that the vase is completely submerged in the water.

4. Soak the vase in the sink for 15 minutes.

5. Wash the vase in hot soapy water. Drain and rinse.

6. Pour one cup of white rice into the vase. Add enough vinegar to allow the rice to float.

7. Swish the rice and vinegar around inside the vase twice. Allow the rice and vinegar to soak for 15 minutes.

8. Pour out the rice and vinegar. Rinse the vase with warm water. Wipe away any remaining rust.

9. Place the vase upside down on a soft cloth to dry.

References

• The Natural Handyman:Removing Mineral Deposits from Household Surfaces