The appearance of a white film on glassware, often caused by the buildup of limescale and detergent residue, can be frustrating. Here’s a method to remove this white film from glass glasses using simple household items like salt and lemon, as well as some alternative methods:
Method 1: Salt and Lemon
- Take a glass with a white film on the inside surface.
- Cut a lemon in half.
- Rub the cut surface of the lemon on the inside of the glass. Apply some pressure, but be gentle to avoid breaking the glass. Lemon is effective at softening and breaking down limescale.
- Immediately sprinkle a small amount of salt onto the lemon-covered surface of the glass.
- Use the lemon and salt to scrub the inside of the glass vigorously but carefully. The salt will further assist in removing limescale.
- Rinse the glass thoroughly with water.
- Wash the glass with dish soap and water to remove any remaining residue.
Method 2: Baking Soda
- In a glass, combine two generous spoonfuls of baking soda and one spoonful of salt.
- Add hot water to the glass and stir until the mixture forms a paste.
- Fill the glass with more hot water to create a solution.
- Place the glass in the solution and let it soak for about 30 minutes.
- After soaking, scrub the inside of the glass with a sponge or brush.
- Rinse the glass thoroughly with water.
- Wash the glass with dish soap and water to remove any remaining residue.
Method 3: White Vinegar
- Mix white vinegar and water in equal parts to create a solution.
- Submerge the glasses in the vinegar and water solution.
- Allow the glasses to soak for a couple of hours.
- After soaking, scrub the inside of the glass with a sponge or brush.
- Rinse the glass thoroughly with water.
- Wash the glass with dish soap and water to remove any remaining residue.
These methods should help you effectively remove the white film from your glass glasses and restore their clarity and shine. Choose the method that suits the materials you have at hand, and enjoy your sparkling clean glassware.