Can anyone suggest a way to get this off of my glass cook top?

by Dawn Gagnon

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Ok so I moved into my current home a little over a year ago. The cook top was here when we moved in and it has these horrible stains? I have had glass cook tops before and pride myself on being able to get out or remove any stain, but this refuses to come off and it drives me nuts b/c it's black and always looks like it hasn't been wiped or cleaned. I have tried the following, vinegar, vinegar and baking soda, Comet, lemon juice, lemon juice and baking soda, Windex, bar keepers secret, glass top cleaning paste, WD-40, you name it I've probable tried it. Help!

can anyone suggest a way to get this off of my glass cook top

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Judy on Jun 10, 2016
Have you tried baking soda mixed with peroxide. I don't know if it will work but I don't think it will harm your glass top. Also, I have a mild abrasive cloth that I use on my glass top, they sell them strictly for glass top stoves. Hope one of these suggestions works for you.

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Kathy Meador Wells on Jun 10, 2016
They make cleaners for glass top stoves and they work really well. You can buy at just about any home store, WalMart?, Sears(my favorite).

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Kathy Meador Wells You're right they do make cleaners for these sorts of glass stove tops, I have tried them. This is the first glass top I have ever had that had this sort of stain on it that I can't fathom how to get rid of. My other glass cook tops never had this bad of an issue. Thank you for your suggestion :D
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Thank You Kathy Meador Wells
  
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Christine Millership on Jun 10, 2016
Try neat ammonia. It won't harm the glass, but you do have to be careful. I buy mine from Amazon, and mainly use it to clean gas hob rings and my oven, but it's my last resort product when everything else has failed, due to the smell. Before you open the bottle, put on plastic gloves and open all the windows and keep children and pets out of the room. Do not smell it from the bottle, either.......just pour a little onto a cloth, and wipe at your stains. As it's glass, it should come straight off. Don't forget to throw the cloth away. If it doesn't work, I really dont know of anything else that could help. Hope this comes up trumps for you! 😎

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Christine Millership Thank you so much I will have to give that a try. I used to clean apartments on a military base when I was young and boy oh boy do I know about Ammonia, I accidentally mixed it with bleach and almost knocked myself out !! LOL
  
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- Christine Millership on Jun 11, 2016
  Sounds like my son, Dawn! I recommended it to him, and for some reason he wanted to see what it smelled like, so he took a deep sniff.......and passed out right there in his kitchen, scaring his wife! :-) Nightmare!
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 18, 2016
  Well Jeff Foxworthy always said there's very few things a man won't smell LOL..
  
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Kgo3121305 on Jun 10, 2016
try a small razor blade. Scrape across cook top with gouging and wipe clean.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Kgoodnight Thanks, but I have tried this. Believe me I have tried all the usual methods...sigh..I appreciate your help all the same though :D
  
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Danielle Roberts on Jun 10, 2016
take a single edge razor blade and very carefully scrape it off. It works for me!!

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Danielle Roberts I tried that too :D I guess I should include that in my post thank you so much for your suggestion :D
  
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Mattie on Jun 10, 2016
Try Super Clean sold at Target in the Auto section. Spray & let it sit for a few minutes. If this does not work then nothing will. This stuff can even remove dried on paint so wear gloves.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Mattie Wow, will give it a try, thank you so much :D
  
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Cynthia Elsafarini on Jun 10, 2016
Have you tried 100% acetone fingernail polish remover? Very inexpensive for a large bottle (16 oz) at the drug store and it is strong enough to remove oil based paints like it's nothing!

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Cynthia Elsafarini Believe it or not yes I have tried this too, I don't think it's paint that is on the stop top, I just have no idea what they did to this stove to make it this way..its so frustrating, thank you for your help :D
  
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Shari on Jun 10, 2016
My first suggestion is to try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser sponges. I can usually get a lot of gunk off my cook top with those. If that doesn't completely clean it, this is the cook top cleaner I routinely use and highly recommend. https://www.amazon.com/Carbona-Power-CERAMIC-Cooktop-Cleaner/dp/B01BX08W82/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1465591915&sr=8-8&keywords=carbona+cooktop+cleaner I've had 2 ceramic cook tops in 35+ years so I've tried ALL the commercial brands and even some of the homemade versions and nothing works as well as the Carbona does. Unfortunately, I can't find it locally anymore (I used to buy it at Walmart or Publix) so this last time, when I needed more, I ordered it from Amazon. It's a bit expensive but, to me, it's worth every penny and a jar of it does last a long time. If this doesn't take it off, more than likely nothing will. If none of the suggestions work, you may have tiny microscopic scratches from day-to-day use and, as far as I know, there is nothing that will remove them...unless there is a cream or some other product that will buff scratches out of glass (like car windshields?), in which case you may want to check the auto parts store.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Shari usually when I have had bad stains on my cooktop I've just literally let it "burn" off and that usually does the trick. I have no idea what the former owners did to this stove but I have never seen anything like this before in any other glass cook top..I will look for the carbona though thank you :D
  
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Janet Pizaro on Jun 10, 2016
How about regular toothpaste.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Janet Pizaro I have not tried regular toothpaste but I will :D thank you :D
  
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- Janet Pizaro on Jun 10, 2016
  @Dawn Gagnon Just something that I pulled out of the air. Funny When my son was a little boy he (me) did a science project on toothpaste vs gel toothpaste on scratches on laminate flooring so I guess the idea came back in my head. Hope it works.Funny how silly things that are so cheap work better.
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 10, 2016
  @Janet Pizaro I am happy for any suggestion at this point, and thankful you suggested this. Toothpaste is in every household so I am glad to give it a go :D :D :D
  
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- Janet Pizaro on Jun 10, 2016
  @Dawn Gagnon Let me know. Good Luck
  
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Sherrie on Jun 10, 2016
Are you using their cleaner? Sometimes that will work if not then Call the Manufactor. Sometimes this can't be removed if it can the they know how to do it without damaging your cook top anymore. On some of them we use bar keepers friend to scrub it off. But I only do this if the manufactor suggest it or last resort.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 11, 2016
  @Sherrie Well I have used cleaner made specifically for glass stove tops to no avail. I could try the manufacturer too thanks :D I will probably replace it with a gas stove top though so it may be all for naught
  
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- Sherrie on Jun 25, 2016
  I clean for a living. I am going to tell you this happens to almost all of these cook tops. Mine included and I am crazy careful. I have went into dozens of apartments that have these and they also have damage including the regular home owners. They aren't perfected yet.
  
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Danielle Roberts on Jun 11, 2016
They probably used a cast iron pan and scratched the heck out of it. Since you have tried just about every cleaning method available I would call the manufacturer and ask them what to do.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 11, 2016
  @Thank You Danielle Roberts I may just do that thanks so much :D I am wondering if they might have used enamel cookware as I understand they aren't intended for ceramic or glass top stoves..
  
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Rui on Jun 11, 2016
Those marks seem to be really deep scratches on the glass and not stains. Best way to get it worked out is contacting the manufacturer and aks for a quote on a new polishing job.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 11, 2016
  @Rui Do they do that? Polish them?
  
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- Rui on Jun 27, 2016
  I think so, but only the maker can help you on that for sure
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 29, 2016
  These are stains..but they aren't caused by the usual culprits they are likely from aluminum foil heating and melding with the hot surface. I will have to replace this cook top in the future as there is no way to remove that sort of thing.
  
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Trudy123 on Jun 11, 2016
Cream of tarter will bring back your shine and clean the stain away!

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 12, 2016
  @Thank You Trudy123 I'll give that a try :D
  
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Dfm on Jun 12, 2016
one of the job sites i work at-tooth whitening tooth paste- a bit abrasive did remove some smaller scratches, 400 grit sand paper was also mentioned

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 12, 2016
  @Dfm Thank you, I will give it a go and see if it helps :D
  
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Cathy Harkonen on Jun 12, 2016
I use an SOS pad on my black glass top. I almost had a heart attack when I saw my brother using one on my stove. He said they use it all the time. Just try it on a small spot first. My stovetop shines beautifully with no scratches.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 12, 2016
  @Thank You Cathy Harkonen Yeah I tried that too, but this is something other than a food based scratch I think.. I am thinking enamel cookware was used and possibly the enamel paint may have melted into the stove's surface. I can feel no difference between the regular areas and the stained areas with my hand so I am going to research that. Thank you so much for your thoughts :D
  
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- MitzMN on Jun 12, 2016
  @Dawn Gagnon Try Cerama-brite. It's designed to clean your cooktop. Clean the top to remove all grease, etc., then squirt a small amount of this cleaner on your stovetop, and using your fingertips in a circular pattern and spend several minute using this mildly abrasive cleaner and a circular pattern to break down the stains that look a bit like gasoline on water. I believe that's cooked on grease or food that has adhered to the surface. then Use a razor blade in a holder that you might find on the shelf by the cleaner to do a little scraping. You might have to repeat this several times. The other whiter stains look like scratches and I know of nothing that will fix those.
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 12, 2016
  @MitzMN Thank you, I have already gone all the usual avenues and Cerama-brite is my usual go to with most of the other glass stoves I have owned in the past. Unfortunately it did not work on these stains. I have also used razor blades, etc. I am very familiar with this sort of cook top and this wont come off no matter what means I've tried thus far. I will say this..after some extensive research online, I have come to the conclusion that more than likely this is damage from aluminum foil, which is from what I've read not ever fully removed once it has melted into the glass cook top. Thank you for your suggestions :D
  
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- Susan on Sep 30, 2020
  
  I agree. I have a glass cooktop and aluminum foil has fused into the glass and won't come off. I have tried everything mentioned; cearma brite, vinegar & baking soda, vinegar, cif (similar to cerama brite) here and it is still the same. I tried them all when the stove was warm and cold, still nothing. Hope I could land on a miracle product soon. I tried a small knife blade as well because am afraid of the razor blade.
  
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Rosemarie on Jun 12, 2016
Bartenders friend. this is a staple in my house with the glass cooktop.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Thank You Rosemarie I've tried it thank you :D I think this may be melted aluminum foil...
  
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Diana Deiley on Jun 12, 2016
I use a product called Barkeepers soft soap and it works great on my glass top stove. Best of luck.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Thank You Diana Deiley I have tried this and love the stuff but unfortunately it didn't work here...but I think that this is melted aluminum foil :/
  
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- Diana Deiley on Jun 13, 2016
  @Dawn Gagnon Maybe you can contact the manufacturer for their suggestion. Best of luck.
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Diana Deiley I think I'll just replace with gas stove top before all is said and done. :D Thanks a bunch though for your insights, Diana -(((hugs)))
  
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Kelley MacKay on Jun 12, 2016
mr clean magic eraser works for many things

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Thank You Kelley MacKay I love Mr. Clean Magic Eraser! He didn't work on this though.. :/ I think its melted aluminum foil and from what I understand, nothing will completely remove that.. :(
  
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Lg44estes on Jun 12, 2016
Really gentle tooth paste and a good car polish machine with new pads to buff the top with.. the same applies to fogged over car light lenses.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Thank You Lg44estes I think this stain is melted aluminum after trying all of these great tips, it wont budge but thank you so much for your tip and I will use it on my next one for sure but looks like I will be replacing.. :D
  
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Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
I did research and discovered this was not a stain from foods or cooking but from the previous owner accidentally melting aluminum foil on the warm surface.

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- Shari on Jun 13, 2016
  @Dawn Gagnon Very interesting. Who knew aluminum foil would/could "melt"? It's used in ovens all the time, plus some people even line the bottom of their oven with it to catch spills. I'm completely baffled and confused...
  
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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Shari Yes it can I have seen a lot of info on it online, and I was surprised too.. http://myceramicglasscooktop.com/melted-aluminum-foil-on-my-cooktop/
  
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- Shari on Jun 13, 2016
  @Dawn Gagnon Wow! Just wow! I've cooked exclusively on smooth surface cook tops for the past 35+ years and had absolutely no idea this could be a problem. I often mess with aluminum foil around my cook top so you can bet I will be changing that habit immediately (and I will probably forevermore think of you and this post when I get out the roll of aluminum foil)! Thanks for posting that link-very informative!
  
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KatAych on Jun 13, 2016
I'm not sure if this will help with melted aluminum foil, but I use commercial strength Easy Off to periodically clean my glass cooktop.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 13, 2016
  @Thank You KatAych I tried that too, I guess I didn't make my "already tried" list complete but it was so long LOL... I appreciate your input though :D
  
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Jill Boyar Price on Jun 13, 2016
I use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser on my mom's and a lot of stuff came off.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Jun 17, 2016
  Thank You Jill Boyar Price I love Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, and you're right they work on a lot of stuff..just not on this but I do keep a lot of them on hand :D
  
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Dawn Gagnon on Jun 27, 2016
Im sure they aren't scratches b/c in the right light the surface doesnt show scratches..you can not feel any grooves, indentations, even when you use a razor blade there are no scratches to cause the blade to skip etc..

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Jade on Mar 23, 2018

Hi Dawn I hope youre well. Did you manage to find a sufficient stain remover? I’m facing the same problem on glass! Thank you in advance!

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Rose Broadway on Mar 23, 2018

My first glass top stove was beautiful for many years and still that way when I gave it to a needy family. My new glass top developed the same look yours has after a year. There's nothing you can do, it's on the underneath side of the glass and called 'heat stains.' The company I got mine from won't do anything because they say I used the wrong kind of cookware. The same cookware didn't hurt my first stove for six years! Wish I could give you happy news...

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Debbie Sommer on Mar 23, 2018

I think you've run the gambit. Try one other thing. Rubbing alcohol. Put a little bit directly on the stove top and wait. If you see a difference, continue pouring a little alcohol then gently scrub with baking soda. You could call the manufacturer and see what they suggest too. Good luck.

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Jade on Mar 23, 2018

Hi thank You for your quick reply. I’m absolutely devastated. It’s on my windows. I’m my rental property. Please anyone can you help? I’ve attached some photos. Thanks again

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Janet on Mar 24, 2018

Baking soda and vinegar.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Mar 24, 2018
  
  Tried it, didnt work :/
  
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Nancy on Mar 24, 2018

I have had some success with improving the look of a glass top stove that has stained, dulled or accumulated ‘stuff’. First, wash the top to remove oil or grease. Then use baking soda sprinkled on and add a little Dawn detergent. Use a scrubby sponge...rough side and scrub the areas in need. See if anything came off. Some will, some won’t. Lastly, use a single edge razor blade and work it through the baking soda and soap. I was able to remove a lot of that dull accumulation doing this. Not perfect but much improved!

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- Dawn Gagnon on Mar 24, 2018
  
  Thanks did this but then found out this is not ordinary stain, its actually the result of the previous owners putting something with tin foil on the hot element. The result was the foil melted into and permanently bonded to the glass..there are no fixes for that..other than replacing the whole piece of glass. :/
  
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Gail Tilton Ogden on Mar 24, 2018

Bad Keepers Friend powder

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- Dawn Gagnon on Mar 24, 2018
  
  Thank you, tried this, but alas, found out tin foil was the reason for the marred glass. It permanently melts to the glass itself and once this happens it becomes permanent :/
  
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- Gail Tilton Ogden on Mar 24, 2018
  
  To add to my Bar Keepers comment, I wet down the burner area on the glass top, sprinkled on the B.K. Friend , covered with wet soft cloth and let it sit. Scrub and take a look, repeat it necessary. I also use razor scraper to scrape hard debris. Always works.
  
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Marlene O'Halloran on Mar 24, 2018

I use Weimans cook top cleaner and a lot of elbow grease! It may have to be done a number of times but it does remove it.

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- Dawn Gagnon on Mar 24, 2018
  
  Hi thank you. Tried this..but as I stated in my other replies, we found out that this was no burned food marks, it was actually a metallic source ie: aluminum foil. The foil melted on the hot element and became permanently fused with the glass. Nothing can remove it.
  
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Dawn Gagnon on Mar 24, 2018

Sooo it turns out at some point, that this marred glass was caused from someone sitting tin foil on the glass. The metal melted into the glass itself and it can not be removed. It is literally a part of the glass now..so there is no cleaner in the world that can fix this sadly :/

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Ronda Torbic on Mar 24, 2018

You might be able to sand it off. Try the wet sand paper. It’s black and you soak it in water try the finest grit in a small spot. It might work. I’ve used it for many stubborn spots on glass. If you can feel the spots then you should be able to sand the off.

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Christel on Mar 24, 2018

Mr. Clean Magic Eraser!

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Terri Walker on Feb 03, 2019

Using aluminum pans causes this. Sorry, but it is forever.

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Chas' Crazy Creations on Nov 05, 2023

Here's a post that might help - https://chascrazycreations.com/natural-cleaning-with-vinegar/

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