Patina Stain on Glass

Hi,

I have several panels with patina stains on the glass. I thought I'd have to live with it. Then I joined Warner glass chat and asked. Someone referred to your site on copper finish so I thought I'd check you out.

Novacan Stain Remover and toothpaste were advised for me to use. Do you have a suggestion?
Also, you said some people use white vinegar or salt in the black patina, do you?

I've been making stained glass for 3 1/2 years and I LOVE it. I'm going to put them in a business soon to see if they will sell.

Thank you in advance for your help.
Jane E Roberts

Answer

Hi Jane,

Have you tried the toothpaste? It has worked very well for me. Something else that should work is the Mr Clean Magic Eraser. I've never used it on patina stains since I haven't had any to try it on. However, I've never found a stain that it didn't remove, so if you have one, give it a try and let us know how it works.

I very seldom use black patina...I love the look of copper, but when I do use black I put salt in it. It make the black darker.

I can't guarantee this, but I believe that waxing before you apply the patina protects the glass from stains. I haven't had any patina stains since I started waxing first (which is part of my cleaning and applying patina technique).

Good luck with the sale of your stained glass creations,
Sue