How to remove paint/etching from glasses.
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I have some small brandy sniffers that were a gift with purchase of the brandy. The name is etched on the glass and I'd like to remove it. Any ideas or suggestions on how to do that is appreciated.
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Most glass etching is either done by a version of "sand blasting" or by chemical means ( Hydroflouroic acid). Neither one is easily removed...as the smooth portion of the glass have been eroded away. In theory they could be polished but glass polishing equipment is pretty specialized. I would look into getting some new glasses, sometime thrift stores have "odd lots".
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KMS Woodworks
on Oct 07, 2013
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you should try with acetone ....or nail polish remover ,it did help me before but I guess its depending on the type of paint!
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Miri
on Oct 07, 2013
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I would go to the arts n crafts store-Michaels hobby Lobby Buy a glass etching kit do your own stencil pattern over it to cover the name!
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Patricia Brining
on Oct 07, 2013
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@Patricia Brining, that's a great idea, thank you!
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Sandra Lee Garth
on Oct 07, 2013
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@Miri, wasn't sure it would be strong enough but will give it a try. Thanks for the suggestion!
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Sandra Lee Garth
on Oct 07, 2013
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You can find a similar pitcher and use the stencil to make a matching set! Even glass coasters or mirror to set it on can be etched!
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Patricia Brining
on Oct 08, 2013
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@Patricia Brining I'm loving these ideas, looks like I came to the right place for advice!
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Sandra Lee Garth
on Oct 08, 2013
KMS Woodworks
on Oct 07, 2013
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