Best method for cleaning glass?

[pontiacgta2002]

I don't clean my glass often, but when I do I use Grade#0000 steel wool.

Works great with little effort, recommended by Woodstock for the IS, when vinger and water mix won't cut it.

 

[laxin213]

I use Rutland glass cleaner and brown paper like from lightweight shopping bags or Amazon uses to ship packages

 

[jatoxico]

Not sure if my cat is bad or clogged or liner is blocked? Cat was new last year. Bought a cheaper brilo pad looking combustor online. No problems last year? Can't even burn this year?

I'd copy and paste this to a new Bmore to get some eyes on it. Quickly perused your post and don't have a cat stove but a full cleaning and evaluation may be in order.

 

[Sconnie Burner]

I use "Meeco's conditioning glass cleaner", probably similar to Rutlands. Its blue with a little "grit" to help scrub through the brownish spots. And it leaves a slick film on the glass like a silicone feel, which I'm assuming helps it clean easier the next time. For the 4 or 5 bucks I spent on it, its awesome! It should last me 6 yrs or more. Used just under a 3rd of it in 2 yrs. I only use a dime size dab every week and half or so. I mainly only have the white haze to clean off with just a bit of the brown stuff once in awhile.

 

[mellow]

I was just out to harbor freight this weekend and picked this 5" floor scraper up to try out, it does an OK job, the long handle is nice.



http://www.harborfreight.com/14-inch-floor-scraper-93292.html

 

[glowworm]

TE="Bmore, post: 2029912, member: 36006"]Hey All,
What do you use to clean your door glass? Starting my second season with wood a little less than dry. I like to clean up the door for company, but it is a tedious chore scraping with a razor. Any better cleaners or just need a wider razor?
Thanks![/QUOTE]
Sure you're not scoring the glass with the razor, Bmore? Not an expert but have never heard of this method - it sounds risky.
Dipping a damp cloth in ash and cleaning every day usually prevents a build-up and will make the glass sparkle. Also as previously mentioned, try to burn much hotter fires and possibly smaller fires, and heavy duty cleaning may not be necessary. Watch out for smouldering wood - not good.

 

[madison]

Rutland.

I would be careful with the razor blades, scrub brushes and even the ash.

My processed wood has dirt and silicates that does not burn and will etch the glass if rubbed with vigor.

 

[blueguy]

Sure you're not scoring the glass with the razor, Bmore? Not an expert but have never heard of this method - it sounds risky.

Razor blades won't scratch the glass as long as you're not using a damaged or old blade. I clean the glass in my BK (as do many other BK owners) with a razor as this is about the only thing that will clean the crusted on creosote and haven't had a problem yet.

 

[Bmore]

Razor blades won't scratch the glass as long as you're not using a damaged or old blade. I clean the glass in my BK (as do many other BK owners) with a razor as this is about the only thing that will clean the crusted on creosote and haven't had a problem yet.

The razor was the only thing that would get off the thick black build ups. I thought my wood was wet but my catalyst was clogged up with ash.

Cleaned it out and fire burns MUCH hotter. I'm getting all night burns with the air turn off and much cleaner glass. Still a bit of residue around the edges. I can live with that. I will clean it off with the suggested methods when removing ash once a week. These forums have preached the benefits of dry wood and I'm a confirmed believer. Thanks!

 

[begreen]

I don't clean my glass often, but when I do I use Grade#0000 steel wool.

Works great with little effort, recommended by Woodstock for the IS, when vinger and water mix won't cut it.

I'd be concerned about long term fogging. That would be a total no no for IR coated glass.

 

[woody49705]

wet newspaper or paper towels and some fine ash right from the stove. It is effortless and doesnt cost anything and takes 2 minutes. Sounds crazy but it truly does work.

 

[Round Stove Guy]

A thick tar on the window means a person is burning to cold or the wood is a little wet and then you have to burn hotter than you usually do. When I do have to clean mine, I run my stove hot and use a regular metal putty knife or steel wool.

 

[smee]

Fast Orange with paper towel.
Works amazing!!
Almost no elbow grease, smells good too
http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-2510...F8&qid=1452830340&sr=8-2&keywords=fast+orange

 

[KindredSpiritzz]

Im in love with Magic Erasers to do mine. Get them damp and most every thing comes right off, clean rag to finish it.

 

[Chimney Smoke]

I haven't cleaned my glass yet this year... It's starting to have a little fly ash haze that needs to be wiped off with a wet paper towel but other than that it's nice and clear. There's one benefit of tubes over cats - burn dry wood hot and you always have clean glass.

 

[Grimlock13]

With all my issues burning this has been an easy one for me. I just use glass cleaner from a can due to how it foams up and a razor blade for the corners.

 

[stevea621j]

I use glass stovetop cleaner. It works great and a little bit goes a log way.

 

[RSole]

I use dollar store spray oven cleaner that I immediately wipe off with a piece of old (or new) newspaper, or any wiping material that is handy and can be tossed into the firebox. This is done on a cold window of course. The glass is perfectly clean, every time. Just don't inhale after spraying as it will collapse your lungs and cause sterility.

 

[srawlings]

I think Rutland is a great product, too, but if you want to go cheaper, you can use warm soapy water with dishwashing liquid to clean it off, or a cup of vinegar to a gallon of water is also a good choice. Wipe it off with newspaper to keep it lint-free.

 

[Kristal Ayers]

I used to clean my door glass with two teaspoons of dish detergent mixed in a bucket of warm water. This is one of the most simplest and effective method of cleaning the door glasses. If you want to cut through the dirt, you can mix 3 or 4 tablespoons of lemon to the mixture. You can also add a half cup of white vinegar or ammonia if the glass contains excessive grime. For best result you can use a good scrubber and squeegee. First scrub the glass surface well with scrubber and then wipe the glass horizontally and from top to bottom with squeegee. After each swipe, wipe the glass with a microfiber cloth or crumbled newspaper. I got good result. You can refer this article which i found online for more information.
(broken link removed to http://www.sunrise-cleaning.com/blog/cleaning-tips/5-easy-tips-clean-windows/)
I hope this may help you out .