| Antique glassware needs a gentle hand. This | | | | water in the sink to wash glassware. The plastic |
| month we'll give you some useful tips to help you | | | | bowl protects the glassware from the hard |
| care for your antique or modern glassware.1. | | | | stainless sink.6. Wash items one at a time to |
| Avoid putting glassware into direct sunlight or near | | | | avoid any in-water collisions. |
| any other heat sources such as radiators.2. Avoid | | | | 7. Use a soft bristled brush made of nylon or |
| slippage by using two hands when carrying | | | | plastic to wash glassware.8. Line the drying area |
| delicate items. Remove lids and stoppers to be | | | | with towels in case of any tumbles. |
| safe.3. Avoid stains in vases by changing the | | | | 9. Gently dry glassware with lint-free cloths.10. |
| water every two days and removing any flowers | | | | During storage, remove decanter stoppers and |
| or leaves before they dry onto the vase. Keep in | | | | lids. If there is any dampness, the lid will trap it in |
| mind that any liquid will stain glassware if it | | | | and cause cloudiness.Martin Swinton owns |
| remains over a period of time.4. Avoid | | | | Take-A-Boo Emporium, an antique shop located in |
| temperature extremes. Very cold or very hot | | | | Toronto, Canada. He does furniture restoration, |
| water is too taxing on antique glassware. Sudden | | | | caning and rushing repairs, custom reproductions, |
| temperature changes can stress the glass.5. Avoid | | | | upholstery, teaches courses on antiques and does |
| the dishwasher; it is too harsh on fragile | | | | appraisals for estates and community events. |
| glassware. Fill a plastic bowl with warm soapy | | | | |