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While you might not notice the gradual process of discoloration, you might suddenly realize a pane of glass in your home is far from clear. Whether in glass shower enclosures or on the window above your kitchen sink, this cloudiness can be irritating, especially when you’re already diligent about keeping a clean house. So just why does this fogginess develop? In the following sections, you can find out why your glass is stained and how a professional can clean it.

What Causes Glass Staining?

Most areas across the country have some degree of “hard water.” This term refers to a water supply infiltrated by minerals like calcium, magnesium, and sulfates. When this mineral-rich liquid splashes up on your glass shower enclosures or kitchen windows, the water will evaporate, leaving the contaminants behind. As a result, you’ll notice tiny white spots on your glass surfaces or a general cloudiness. 

glass shower enclosuresWhile it might not seem like a big deal, it’s important to remember that glass contains small pores. Therefore, if the hard water spots are not removed in time, they can become permanent. If you can’t get rid of your glass staining with simple cleaning tools, like glass cleaner and paper towels, you’ll need to enlist the help of professionals.

How Do Professionals Get Rid of It?

A professional glass stain removal team will start off with chemical treatments that take around 30 to 60 minutes to remove the cloudy film. However, if the minerals have pervaded the glass, the only viable solution is to grind down and polish the surface. If all these techniques fail, professionals must resort to replacing the glass shower enclosure or window altogether. If the chemical solution is successful, they can also seal the glass with a protective coating to prevent hard water from leaving stains again.

 

If you’re interested in removing glass staining and sealing your panes, get in touch with The Glass Guru of Macedonia in Ohio today. In addition to removing staining from glass shower enclosures and windows, they also repair and replace glass, so you can rest assured your problems will be solved when their crew packs up. For more information on their offerings, visit the website and call (330) 467-5318 to make an appointment.

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