Shake Bottle With Dish Soap Or DetergentRinse obvious debris out of the bottle. Then put two tablespoons of powdered, automatic dishwashing detergent in the bottle. Or place one tablespoon salt, and one teaspoon dish soap in bottle. Add very hot water until 1/3 full.
Use Listerine as a Glass CleanerUse Listerine to clean glass. If you haven't tried it you should! I use this on glass, countertops, pet messes, and toilets. It's very inexpensive and all you need is a spray bottle with half Listerine and half water. You can use it liberally on any surface. It will not smear or leave streaks and has a pleasant smell.
Cleaning Picture Frame GlassJust remove the glass and place on a towel. Then take a Mr Clean eraser. Wet it down and start cleaning the glass. You can wring the water out some then rewet and wring out again as needed. When all the dirt and grime is all gone, then take a clean dry eraser and go over the glass to dry and remove all the streaks. It makes the glass clean and sparkling.
Removing Candle Wax from HolderTo remove the candle wax, left over after burning a candle, I put the container in the freezer. When the wax is frozen, it's easy to pop loose leaving the container practically clean. All that's needed is a good washing.
Soaking Labels off Glass JarsI reuse all the glass jars in my house for everything from gifts to storage. I found a way to soak the labels off without having to fill your whole sink. Just fill a larger jar with the smaller one you want cleaned. Put a drop of dish washing liquid in the smaller jar and fill with very hot water.
Oxygen Based Cleaner for Removing LabelsTry this to get labels off of glass jars. Fill a pot or bucket with very hot water, a few squeezes of Dawn dish soap, and a scoop or two of an Oxygen Based Cleaner.
Removing Hard Water Spots From GlassTo remove hard water spots from glass, you need glass cooktop cleaner, a non-scratch scrubbing sponge, a wet rag, and a microfiber towel.
Rubbing Alcohol as Eyeglass CleanerI keep rubbing alcohol in a small 2 oz. spray bottle. I use it to clean my glasses. You could also use your own homemade glass cleaner, but I find it easier to just fill it with the rubbing alcohol.
Removing Label from Glass JarsSoak glass jars in hottest water that your faucet will allow. Make sure labels are completely submerged. If there is more than one label that can't be submerged rotate the jar until labels are peeling off on their own.
Slice of Bread To Clean Up Broken GlassHere's a tip I used today. I broke a glass ornament today and the glass was very thin and sharp. Little shards went everywhere and I was worried as I have a cat.
Lighter Fluid to Remove Label Glue on JarsAfter removing the label, left over glue on jars can be removed using charcoal lighter fluid. It works better than anything I have found.
Removing Labels from Glass JarsIt's easy to remove labels from glass jars by taking a bit of cooking oil and slathering it on the jar's label. Let it sit undisturbed overnight and it should slide right off.
Homemade Eyeglass CleanerSave money and help the environment by making your own eyeglass cleaner. Just use 3 parts rubbing alcohol and 1 part water. Add a couple of drops of dish soap. Pour into spray bottle, shake to mix well and you're done!
Keeping Fog Off GlassesTo keep the fog off your glasses, clean them with shaving cream. It will prevent fogging up when you come in from the cold. It also works on mirrors in the bathroom. It works for me!
Removing Labels Without ChemicalsJust soak the jar in hot water, remove what you can, and use steel wool on the rest. It doesn't scratch the glass and you don't have to use chemicals. It's a win, win.
Removing Labels the Thrifty WayI do not remember where I learned this, but I am so glad I did. This tip has always worked for me. The easiest way to remove labels and sticker residue from glass jars is as follows.
Sand And Vinegar For the Inside of BottlesFill the object with straight, plain vinegar and letting it sit for a day or two. If this does not work then add a bit of sand to the vinegar and shake it really well, repeatedly.
Cleaning MirrorsThere are many products available that claim to do the best job on your mirrors. Even with these products it can be tough to avoid getting streaks and spots. It is important to protect the surface and backing of your mirrors from damage.
Cleaning a Glass ChandelierHere is a easy, quick, and mess free way to clean a chandelier. First, put some old towels or other rags on the floor or table under the chandelier, then spread several layers of newspaper over the towels.
Cleaning a Narrow Necked Glass DecanterIf a bottle brush can't fit into the opening of a narrow-necked vase, try this: Put several broken eggshells into the vase and then add a bit of water. Place your hand over the opening and shake the vase until you can see that the dust and film has come off.
Easy-Off to Remove Stubborn Glass StainClean a stubborn stain from a window by spraying the glass with Easy-Off Oven Cleaner. Wait several minutes, then wipe clean.
Use Hand Sanitizer to Clean GlassesOne of the best products I've found to completely clean the lenses on eyeglasses is hand sanitizer. I've tried many glass cleaning products and have always dealt with residue from hair spray or other smears.
Keeping Your Bathroom Mirror From Fogging UpWell I know everybody loves to have a hot shower or bath. And when you get out you like to look in the mirror, but you can't because it is all steamed up.
Drying the Inside of Narrow Necked BottlesA quick and easy way to dry the inside of bottles or decanter that can't be dried with a brush or rag on the inside is to take about 3/4 cup of quinoa grain and swirl it around the inside of the bottle.
Use Rubbing Alcohol to Remove HairsprayHairspray on eyeglass lenses is a tough one to remove. Take a rubbing alcohol pad (or a little on a cotton ball from the bottle) and rub over the lenses til they feel smooth again. Rinse well under running water and use a little Dawn detergent.
Skin So Soft for Sticker RemovalDid you just buy the neatest photo frame at the thrift store but they put this big ole sticker on the glass and now you can't get it off? Just run the sticker under some warm water to remove it and then dry it. After you dry it, use some Avon Skin So Soft to remove the excess sticky stuff...
Used Dryer Sheets to Clean EyeglassesUsed Bounce sheets from in your clothes dryer are excellent eye glass cleaners! Don't use new ones, only ones that have already been used.
Getting Up Slivers of Glass from the FloorThis is an easy way to clean up typical messes on kitchen floors. To get up all slivers of glass from breaking a glass use a soft piece of bread, just gently press on top of the glass slivers. It should get up every little speck.
Dryer Sheets for Cleaning Candle HoldersReuse your dryer sheets for cleaning candle holders. Just wipe the inside of jar or votive holders and the soot will wipe right off. Quick and fast!
Cleaning Up Broken GlassTips for safely and effectively cleaning up broken glass. Post your ideas.
Removing Stains from VasesUnsightly stains in glass vases respond to soaking in a strong solution of hot vinegar. Finish by washing in hot soapy water.
Cleaning Glass Off FloorWhen cleaning up broken glass, sweep up as much as you can, then wipe the area with wet (not quite dripping wet) cotton balls. The cotton balls will catch any tiny slivers of glass that the broom can't catch.
By Camilla
Keeping Fingerprints off Mirrored CabinetsIf you have a mirrored cabinet (such as a medicine cabinet) that requires you to touch the mirror to open it, thus leaving fingerprints, I have found that placing small vinyl clings/decals at the spot you touch eliminates the fingerprints. I like to change the vinyl clings to correspond with the seasons or holidays. You can involve your children in this, too!
By songbird100
Dryer Sheet as Antistatic Glass CleanerInstead of using glass cleaner to clean your television screen, and computer monitor, obtain a used dryer sheet. It will attract the dust automatically.
Cleaning Glass for LessUse regular rubbing alcohol. Just a couple drops on a cotton ball, paper towel, or rag will clean any glass squeaky clean with no streaks for less than pennies per use.
Clean Windows with Windshield WashI clean my windows and mirrors with cheap windshield wash. It is about $1.00 for a gallon and I use it full strength.
Washing Windows for LessWhen washing your windows mix equal parts vinegar and water to use as a cleaner and then use newspaper to dry. Cuts dirt on glass much easier and doesn't leave streak marks. Works inside or outside.
