How to get sticky grease off of glass?

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Any tips on how to get greasy residue off of glass? I just bought some delicate glass 'shades' for some wall sconces I have. They are covered in something really tough to get off. I tried Windex and it got a little off. Then just soap and water and that got some more, but I could be here a long time trying different things unless someone has something a little more powerful. Thanks for the help! (can't use anything abrasive, it might hurt the finish so nothing baking soda)

Mary Insana · Answer

You can try Goo Gone, or use a fabric softner sheet with diluted Dawn dish on it,Goof Off.

Carroll A · Answer

Have you tried Goo Gone maybe it's not grease? I would also try Krud Kutter.

Debra D · Answer

WD 40 will take off sticky stuff.

Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com · Answer

WD 40 works great for that. I agree, but Goof off works well also

Mary Insana · Answer

I was going to say WD40 too. I've also used Pam pan spray in a pinch.

KMS Woodworks · Answer

I have washed some glass lamp shades in my dishwasher.

Val L · Answer

peanutbutter

Lyndi F · Answer

You must keep Krud Kutter in your home. It's great for lots of things, especially this.

Celeste W · Answer

Cigarette lighter fluid is first in my line of defense on price tags and anything sticky.  Almost always works miracles (I buy 8 ounce containers).

Marta S · Answer

Goo Gone works well for me but not the gel, the liquid. Oil products dissolve the glue.

Anita VanRoekel · Answer

There is a product called 'Remove' that is used in hospitals, nursing homes, ect that should work. Look for it at places that sell surgical supplies like Medicine Chest

Shoestring Amy · Answer

Regular ol' olive oil will do the job. Just keep in mind oils remove oils. (Even on oily faces!)

Janet Pressley · Answer

Rubbing alcohol. Preferably in a spray bottle.

Melanie · Answer

I was going to suggest baking soda.  I use it on glass all the time and have never had scratches as a result of its use.  Maybe some lemon juice mixed with your soap?  It's natural and non abrasive.  Never tried it but thought I'd offer a thought....

Jeanine Wester · Answer

Thanks for all of the suggestions! I never thought of so many different options. I've heard good things about goo gone, but I will try some of the homemade solutions first. Free is my first choice. And we always have WD40 around so I will try that as well. I never knew you could use that to remove residue! Thanks everyone.

Gail Salminen · Answer

@Jeanine Wester - I find the best glass cleaner is scrubbing bubbles - works great for lime build up on shower 1doors and windows that haven't been cleaned in a long time, and with minimal effort For vases, I soak them in water with baking soda and then scrub them lightly with a sponge with dish washing soap. Both work great. Let us all know what works best for you!

Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com · Answer

There are a lot of things that wonder chemical WD-40 can do and cannot do. Here is a link from Snopes that will outline the true facts. Scroll to bottom. http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/household/wd-40.asp And I stand corrected, it is NOT fish oil as I once was lead to believe. so oops on me.

Margita · Answer

Rub peanut butter into the residue and let it sit for a little while (15-20 min.). Then wipe off the peanut butter with a paper towel and wash your glass with dish detergent. This works for me every time I am trying to get labels of containers.

Gail Salminen · Answer

Be careful in how you use WD-40. I worked for a product safety organization in my past life and we had respiratory complaints when using this product for other than it was intended for. It does indicate to use in a well ventilated area, but people tend to ignore that warning when using for a different purpose. Always follow the warnings and directions for any product.

Nancy M · Answer

Try 'Un-du'. It's liquid. It's for sticker, tape & label remover. It's acid free and photo safe so should be ok on your glass. I use it for scrapbooking. Works great for removing grease, tar, gum, candle wax and more. The price isn't too bad. Kind of hard to find sometimes. I think I found mine at Michaels. Walmart use to sell it. You'll find it in the scrapbooking area I think. Good luck!

Terri J · Answer

De-Greaser sold by automotive stores - diluted or full force depending on how bad the surface is has always worked for me. Once the grease is gone - clean with Windex, vinegar and water or whatever.

Jeanine Wester · Answer

Thanks everyone!

Cindy · Answer

You guys are crazy if you use all of these chemicals on you glassware! Dish soap and water get it OFF! And a good hot rinse!  BUT My question is why it a appears????

I have found it on ANY of my glass ware that I do not use regularly.  My last house had hard water and this house we have a water softener [ Well water]. So that is not the issue. I always guessed it was some weird reaction with dust....BUT...... today I unwrapped an Apothecary Jar;  deep in a closet, wrapped in 2 sheets of packing paper AND a plastic bag...it was so disgustingly greasy!!!  I sure wish I could figure out this phenomenon...If any one has accurate answers I sure would like to know !!!!

Tomesha Kennedy · Answer

why suggestions of others are CRAZY??? thxs all for ur suggestions... they all were helpful!!!

Tomesha Kennedy · Answer

I just tried baking soda and that did the trick!!!! Thxs Melanie :-)

Ahtram Tocss · Answer

Dawn and hot water works for me!

Cindy · Answer

Washing them is the easy part. BUT what makes a hazy greasy-like film appear AFTER washing and drying the glasses, after a few months. It isn't dust, we do not smoke and I hate cooking with grease. It is such a mystery to me.

ADifferentDirec · Answer

Stanley degreaser works wonders. Very concentrated so a bottle will make several bottles which you can vary the strength.

Jud1016678 · Answer

I use degreaser a lot! Especially on stains on clothes! I tried Oxyclean and Shout, but the degreaser got greasy chili stain out!

Loretta · Answer

Zep orange degreaser/cleaner from Home Depot. Smells wonderful as well since it is orange oil based. Then you can use it later for your stove fan cover that gets dirty and greasy, works fantastic. I used to be a dental assistant many years ago and we a,ways used orange oil for cleaning many products off of instruments.

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