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Posted by JustDave on January 17, 2006, 10:26 pm
My wife has a Waterford crystal vase in which we keep cut flowers in a
solution of water and the little packets of 'keep fresh' stuff the grocer
includes with the flowers. The vase has developed an inch wide band of rough
feeling, hazy crystal at the water line. I've tried scrubbing, soaking with
vinegar, and soaking for several hours with CLR - all with no discernable
improvement.
Any suggestions will be appreciated.
JustDave
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Posted by Mark D on January 17, 2006, 11:09 pm
Try a 1/4 cup of Bleach, then fill the remainder with warm water, and
let sit for 15 minutes.
This might do the trick. Mark
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Posted by JustDave on January 18, 2006, 8:12 pm
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> Try a 1/4 cup of Bleach, then fill the remainder with warm water, and
> let sit for 15 minutes.
> This might do the trick. Mark
Thanks to all for the replies. I'll try more vinegar and some bleach
(separately, of course) this weekend when the vase is empty again.
JustDave
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Posted by BobK207 on January 20, 2006, 5:01 pm
Dave--
If it's hard water (calcium) CLR, vinegar, muriatic acid will take it
oof.
Some causitc (not acidic0 condiitons can etch glass.
If the acids don't work, a glass hone/polishing compound will work.
Think drill motor with a threaded shaft & buffing wheel / rag bundle
arrangment .
Let us know how it works out.
cheers
Bob
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> Try a 1/4 cup of Bleach, then fill the remainder with warm water, and
> let sit for 15 minutes.
> This might do the trick. Mark
Thanks to all for the replies. I'll try more vinegar and some bleach
(separately, of course) this weekend when the vase is empty again.
JustDave
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Posted by Cue on January 22, 2006, 1:54 pm
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> | Dave--
> |
> | If it's hard water (calcium) CLR, vinegar, muriatic acid will take it
> | oof.
> |
> | Some causitc (not acidic0 condiitons can etch glass.
> |
> | If the acids don't work, a glass hone/polishing compound will work.
> |
> | Think drill motor with a threaded shaft & buffing wheel / rag bundle
> | arrangment .
> |
> | Let us know how it works out.
> |
> | cheers
> | Bob
> |
> |
> | > Try a 1/4 cup of Bleach, then fill the remainder with warm water, and
> | > let sit for 15 minutes.
> | > This might do the trick. Mark
> |
> | Thanks to all for the replies. I'll try more vinegar and some bleach
> | (separately, of course) this weekend when the vase is empty again.
> |
> | JustDave
> |
Dear Just:
Do NOT use bleach, as it may etch the crystal glass. Do NOT put in
dishwasher for the same reason. I would not use CLR either.
Most hand-cut crystal is made of slightly softer glass to facilitate
the cutting and harsh cleaners will make it cloudy.
Here's what one expert suggests for Waterford:
"To preserve its clarity, wash the bowl with mild liquid soap and warm
(not hot) water; do not wash in dishwasher as this may permanently
etch surface of crystal. Certain water may leave a lime or mineral
deposit on the crystal; if that happens, vinegar on a soft,
nonabrasive cloth will help remove the deposit. Rinse with warm water
and polish with a lint-free cloth. Do not store upside down on its rim
or stand on its rim on a draining board. Crystal can focus sunlight
into a concentrated beam that could potentially scorch rugs or
furniture, so do not store or display in direct sunlight. --Garland
Withers
If this doesn't work and you really want the vase, I'd take it to a
specialist in cut glass for buffing and cleaning. I know of one in
Flemington, NJ, but of course I don't know where you are located.
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> let sit for 15 minutes.
> This might do the trick. Mark