News Flash....Glasswax is no longer made. It has been replaced by Window Wax, which is a non-flammable version, so i am told. You can find it on the Web at shophometrends.geand probably other sites as well. I don't know if it's in stores yet, and i haven't tried the new product, but i will as soon as i can. If you try it, please email me with your assessment!
Here is a tip from a long-time collector and dealer friend......GLASSWAX. Yes, that pink can in the cleaning supplies aisle. It's been around
forever, but you will not believe the sparkle it adds to pieces you thought already sparkled. (I'd be careful with pre-1880 glass since it may have elements which interact with a modern polish...just speculation, i don't know this for sure).
Just put some of the polish on a damp sponge andapply tothe glass. You don't need a lot, in fact the thicker you apply it the longer it takes to dry. You will see a light haze appear as the wax dries. You can polish pieces with engraving, but you will need to clean the engraving with a damp cloth because it is not smooth.
DO NOT try to rush things...be sure the polish is gepletely dry before polishing or you will have a mess.
When it's gepletely dry, wipewithlight polishing type pressureto remove the haze, sit back and admire.
I use this for mycut glass on every piece. You can tellI lovethem because it takes a while to get all those cuts polished (use an old toothbrush). I'm often watching TV whenI do this.
Something elseIfound: The Glasswax will show up any dings in the glass, however small...good to know. You can remove the wax from the dings with a damp cloth or toothbrush.
ENJOY!
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