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Hard Water Stains on Glass

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  1. 3POINT8

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    Anyone know how to remove hard water stains on glass? I've tried windex, washing it, wax and polish but can't get them off.
     
  2. Dom

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    Try Vinegar (diluted in water, or full strength)
     
  3. MobileJay

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    You can try Spotless which is designed for just that. I'm sure amazon has it or go to carpro-us .com


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  4. LBBP

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    Try the diluted vinegar first. Otherwise, a glass polish would be the next option. In the worst case scenario a product made of Cerium Oxide polish is used for very hard to remove water marks.
     
  5. Streetsurfer

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    The clear spray window cleaners that have a touch of acetone in them remove mineral deposits and road grime nicely.
     
  6. 3POINT8

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    awesome thanks guys!
     
  7. Anthony James

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    From a lemon or lime definitely works.
     
  8. 3POINT8

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    great i'll try that as well
     
  9. JohnnyS

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    If those don't work, try lime away. It is for hard water scale removal.
     
  10. Greg34

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    Bar Keepers Friend Cleaner
    Google it. Available most places household cleansers are sold.
    I have used this for years on everything from Exotic Car windshields and windows to fine crystal.
    Sprinkle a little on a moist micro fiber towel and rub. It does a great job of cleaning any glass surface with no damage to the glass. Also great for removing tree sap etc.
    You may want to try something unimportant first to give you confidence in the product
    Good luck
     
  11. 3POINT8

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    awesome i think my wife has some for our all clad set
     
  12. tifoso2728

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    If you want to be a bit more aggressive, try .000 steel wool. Make sure there is plenty of liquid on the surface you're treating.
     
  13. cavallo_nero

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    I second barkeepers friend, and it doesn't scratch the finish.
     
  14. 3POINT8

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    i tried barkeepers friend but these are some tough little waterspots
     
  15. NbyNW

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    Thanks for the tip, worked great for me.
     
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  17. 3POINT8

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    cool i'll try that too. these spots are stubborn
     
  18. Greg34

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    Do keep us posted.
    I have never encountered anything that stubborn
     

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