Crystal is a very beautiful vitreous material. Since ancient times and to this day, crystal products are considered an indicator of luxury and material well-being. Crystal tableware will be an ideal serving decoration for any festive table, and a chandelier will give the room an elegant look and fill the room with pleasant shimmers and reflections of light that reflect from the elements and faces of the structure. Over time, the crystal gets dirty, tarnishes, but do not rush to wash it, like other objects, dishes, it requires careful treatment. Let’s consider how to clean the crystal at home and restore the shine of the product .

Cleaning rules

Like any glass material, crystal should be washed with cool water below room temperature. It is necessary to avoid sudden changes in temperature: crystal is not a heat-resistant material. Otherwise, dishes or other crystal objects may crack.

A soft mat must be placed at the bottom of the sink or basin for washing the crystal, on which items that have not yet been cleaned are placed.
how to clean crystal at home

When cleaning, glasses should not be held by the stem, but by the lower surface of the bottom. To clean glasses with carved edges, you should use a toothbrush with soft bristles.

  • Liquid detergent is ideal for removing greasy stains.
  • You can remove old pollution and yellow plaque with a cut piece of potato, which should be smeared on the crystal, and then rinsed with water.
  • Stains from juice and wine are easier to clean if you first soak the dishes for several hours with the addition of a detergent.

Washed crystal products are wiped dry with a dish towel. To add a radiant shine, the washed and dried crystal should be wiped with a cloth dipped in vinegar.

Advice from housewives

An unconventional means that can easily clean a decanter or vase from dried wine, juice or lime scale is store-bought highly carbonated Coca-Cola. It is necessary to pour carbonated water into a crystal dish and leave it for several hours. After the time is up, use a soft dish sponge to remove the almost dissolved, soggy dirt and rinse the carafe or vase with cool water.

Gilded elements and patterns on crystal products should not be rubbed with a sponge or cloth. It is enough to wash them with water and dry them with paper towels, applying the napkin to the gilding with light movements.

Do not use soda to clean the crystal from grease, dirt and dust. It causes darkening of crystal surfaces.

how to wash a crystal chandelier

How to clean a crystal chandelier

Cleaning a crystal chandelier yourself at home is quite a troublesome task, but if you approach it responsibly, it is possible to deal with it quickly and easily.

Before proceeding directly to the cleaning procedure, it is necessary to prepare all the necessary items and tools:

  • a basin of cool water
  • soft dish sponge
  • paper napkins
  • bath towel with a short pile
  • a soft rug or a thick fabric towel
  • vinegar and cloth

Next, we start cleaning:

  1. Put a towel or a soft mat on the bottom of the basin with water.
  2. Remove the chandelier from the ceiling and lower it into the basin.
  3. Using a sponge for washing dishes, carefully rub all the crystal elements, rinse the chandelier with water.
  4. Spread a bath towel on a smooth, flat surface. Remove the washed chandelier from the basin and place it on a towel. Dry the crystal with paper towels.
  5. Wet the cloth with vinegar and rub the chandelier. After the crystal faces and elements are completely dry, the chandelier can be attached to the ceiling and enjoy its wonderful luxurious look.

Here are all the basic rules of how to clean a crystal. Everything is quite simple, the main thing is not to forget about accuracy.

How to clean crystal at home

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