Cleaning: Aside from a gentle dusting, your piece may never need to be cleaned. I don’t recommend using window cleaners or other chemical cleaners on any piece of stained glass, since they may damage the lead, solder, glass and integrity of the piece.

Mold-like Crud: I am relentless in cleaning the piece before it is sealed. However, from time to time, solder or lead will oxidize and leave a whitish substance on its surface. No panic is necessary. Gently wipe with a brush or a non-abrasive plastic pot scrubber to remove the “tarnish”.

Re-seal Your Piece: Twice a year, so that it’s protected from “tarnish”. Glass sealer is available at stained glass supply stores. A good quality spray furniture polish or car wax that contains carnauba wax will also work. Spray the wax on a soft rag and then polish the metal and glass surfaces followed by a soft dry rag to buff it.

Touching Your Glass Piece: Even though each piece is sealed when it’s finished, I suggest that you always wash your hands with soap and warm water after cleaning/handling any stained glass piece. Lead is a health issue when inhaled or ingested. washing your hands after handling it is considered sufficient precautions to prevent unwanted exposure.

Hanging Your Piece: I suggest only using 3M Mounting and Hanging Products to ensure your piece will hang safety. (Always following 3M product instructions).

Note: Please only hold your stained glass piece by the chain or leather provided for hanging.