Wash chandelier

Crystal chandeliers have come into fashion for a long time, and are still popular, they often decorate living rooms, and sometimes kitchens and bathrooms. But over time, the crystal dims, and every housewife understands that there will be a wash of the chandelier. But since this glass has its own characteristics, you need to know how and how to clean it so that it does not lose its properties. So, let's figure out how to wash a crystal chandelier so that it shines and pleases the eye.

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Features of crystal cleaning

There are some points to consider when it comes to crystal cleaning:

• Do not wash crystal products in hot water - this can darken them.
• It is not recommended to wipe the crystal with a fleecy rag.
• Do not use abrasive powders or hard brushes when cleaning such chandeliers.
• The cleaning procedure is best carried out with gloves so as not to leave fingerprints on different elements of the lamp.

Important! The optimal dishes for washing chandelier elements are plastic. At the same time, it is desirable to put a towel on the bottom.

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How to clean crystal?

There are several tools that can be used to clean crystal.

Important! Whatever you choose, remember that you need to dissolve it in warm water, the optimum temperature is 28 degrees.

Ammonia

The easiest option available is ammonia. It must be dissolved in water - one tablespoon of ammonia is used per liter of water.

Important! Ammonium hydroxide can be replaced with ammonium hydroxide.

You do not need to rinse this product off - you just need to lay out the washed elements on a clean towel and leave to dry completely.

Important! This composition perfectly removes dust, grease, soot and returns the crystal to its original shine.

Soda and soap

You can make a mixture of soda and laundry soap. For this:

1. Grate a third of the bar of soap and mix with 35 g of soda.
2. Pour this mixture into a glass of water.

Crystal cleaning solution is ready!

Vinegar solution

Pour water into a basin, add table vinegar and a little salt, but not iodized, mix thoroughly until the salt crystals are completely dissolved. Now you can wash the crystal chandelier.

Dishwashing liquid

Dissolve a little dishwashing liquid in water and froth the solution.

Important! Such a tool will perfectly cope with greasy deposits and dirt.

Special tool

There are special sprays and aerosols on sale for such a thing, they are very simple to use: you just need to read the instructions.

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How to wash a chandelier?

Cleaning a crystal chandelier is a very complicated and time-consuming process, let's look at it in more detail:

• First of all, it is necessary to disconnect the lighting device from electricity.
• Now you can remove it and disconnect all removable parts.

Important! If you have a chandelier of complex design, it is best to photograph it from different sides, so that you can assemble it correctly later.

• Next - you need to prepare a solution for washing crystal and wash in it all the disconnected elements. Put them on a towel to dry.

Important! Spread them at a distance from each other so that they are not scratched.

• What could not be removed must be wiped with gauze or a soft cloth dampened with the same cleaning solution. Then with a dry cloth.

Important! You can also use a hairdryer to dry.

• If there are traces of flies or other insects on the chandelier, they can easily be cleaned with a cotton pad soaked in vodka or alcohol.
• Bronze elements are easily cleaned with tooth powder mixed with ammonia in equal amounts.
• If the product has decorative elements, carvings, then they can be cleaned with an old toothbrush. As a cleaning agent, ammonia or tooth powder can be used.
• When all the parts are completely dry, the chandelier can be assembled and hung back.

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How to wash a chandelier without removing it?

It is not always possible to remove the chandelier from the ceiling. Some models are too bulky, and this becomes a real problem. Therefore, it is worth considering how to wash a chandelier with pendants without removing it from the ceiling. Here you will need a stepladder to remove those elements that are possible. They can be washed and put to dry, but what to do with the rest of the design?

It's simple, follow the same pattern:

1. Wipe all non-removable parts with the same solution that you prepared to clean the crystal.
2. Then wipe all parts dry with a microfiber cloth.
3. When all the elements dry out, the pendants can be returned to their place.

Important! Before washing your chandelier, make sure your stepladder is stable.

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How to clean a chandelier with fixed elements?

If you come across a very difficult case - you can’t remove the chandelier and the pendants from it too, then you will have to use a spray or aerosol. These are sold in hardware stores:

1. Under the chandelier you need to spread the fabric or oilcloth.
2. Electricity in the room must be turned off for this time.
3. Use an aerosol or spray. All dust and dirt drains onto the oilcloth along with the rest of the foam.
4. After a few hours, everything will dry out and you can turn on the light.

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In any case, washing the chandelier will be time-consuming and time-consuming. But if you work out the correct algorithm of your actions, then this homework will not cause you much trouble.