How To Clean Burn Marks Off Glass

1. Big BTU

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   Does anyone have any secrets to removing the scorch marks from old glass globes? I have tried abrasive oxalic acid based scrubs, vinegar, baking soda, etc.to little effect.

   Thanks!

2. Have you tried to use steel wool with soap and water?
   I have used that many times with good result.
   I resently restored an Optimus 1550 glass and a Vapalux M1 glas and they look like new.
   Be carefull so you don't destroy the painted logotype that usually are on the glasses.

   Michael

3. Hail to my fellow CPL member. Yes, warm, soapy water and steel wool will effectively remove a lot of marring to glass. I also use the steel wool to go over the chrome or nickel of a lantern when I first dismantle it for servicing and cleaning. It seems as though the steel wool will not touch or effect a smooth surface and only 'attacks' the grunge. At times, the results can be dramatic and the piece looks great compared to when you start. Good luck bringing the glass back. Captain Mike De Long in Hampton, Virginia U.S.A.

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   James Subscriber

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   Hi Big BTU,

   Are you talking about removing soot marks or where the glass turns white from over-exposure to heat?

   James.

5. Big BTU

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   Hi everyone,

   Thank you, James, I am talking about when they have turned white from overexposure to heat.

6. Metal polish or the stuff they use for polishing out scratches on convertible car rear screens. Would think that the wire wool might be quicker though.

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   I managed to remove an area of the frosting on a fully frosted globe recently using a Dremel with felt wheel and polishing rouge. See this post - Link

   Terry

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8. Big BTU

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   Thank you I will try the Dremel with metal polish. I sure it will work if it polished a frosted globe clear. What type of polish compound did you use Terry?

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   Er... it was green! I bought a job lot of mixed types but none had wrappers or markings. The green seemed to work the best.

   Terry

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    I know the green I have some. I will give it a go.

    Thanks again,

    John

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