How to remove wax from glass

Video: How to Remove Wax from a Candle Jar - 3 Ways

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Method 2 of 3: Melting the wax
Method 3 of 3: Scrape wax off flat surfaces
Tips
Warnings
Things You’ll Need

1 Place a glass cup or piece of glass in the freezer. Freezing is best for small votive holders or candlesticks. When the candle has cooled to normal temperature, place it in the freezer.

If you put it in the freezer while still hot, you risk breaking the glass due to the sudden change in temperature. The container must be allowed to cool to an acceptable temperature before freezing.

2 Leave the wax to shrink for an hour. As the wax and container begin to freeze, the wax will begin to shrink and separate from the sides of the cup, making it much easier to remove.

3 Use a regular knife to remove the wax from the glass cup. After an hour, remove the glass from the freezer and try to beat the wax into the palm of your hand.Use your finger or a blunt knife to scrape off any remaining wax from the glass.

4 Wipe down the glass to remove any wax residue. Remove any remaining small pieces of wax with a cotton swab or cotton swab dipped in baby oil or vinegar. You can achieve the same effect by using a slightly damp paper towel. This may take some effort, but the wax should come off the sides of the glass.

Method 2 of 3: Melting the wax

1 Boil some water. Boil a pot of water on the stove while you prepare the wax. The water itself doesn't have to be boiling, just hot enough to melt the wax. Imagine boiling water for a glass of tea that you want to drink very soon.
- You can also heat the jar while washing the dishes. Turn on the hottest water you can handle, then soak the jar in the bottom of the sink for a while.
2 Scrape off the wax. Use an old knife to make several cuts in the wax adhering to the glass you want to remove the wax from.
- You can also use a fork to separate small pieces of wax, or skip this step entirely if only a thin layer of wax is left on the glass.
3 Pour the boiling water into a glass jar or an invisible container that contains wax. After that, the wax should immediately begin to melt and float on the surface of the water.
4 Let the wax cool. Let the water and wax cool for 15-20 minutes. During this time, the wax will begin to harden slightly on the surface of the water, making it easier to remove.
5 Use your fingers to remove the wax from the water. If there are pieces of wax on the glass, take a knife and gently scrape it off the glass. The wax should be soft and pliable, making it easy to remove.
6 Remove wax residues from the jar. Soak a sponge in hot water and wring it out to keep it slightly damp. Then use it to clean the glass to remove the wax from it. You can also use a damp paper towel instead of a sponge.

Method 3 of 3: Scrape wax off flat surfaces

1 Find the right scraping tool. A sharp razor or window squeegee is ideal for this job to gently scrape the wax off flat surfaces like a glass table. They work better than a pocket knife or other rounded blades that can scratch the glass. You have to be very careful if you want to scrape off wax from a surface that you cannot heat or wipe off.
2 Loosen the contact of the wax with the surface with heat. Soak a sponge in very hot water and soak the wax to loosen its contact with the surface before using a scraper to remove it. Thus, there is a possibility that you will wipe off the wax completely without scraping.
3 Scrape off the wax gently with a scraper. Concentrate on scrubbing the wax with smooth, gentle strokes so that the blade does not slip and does not scratch the glass surface. Continue scraping until there are no traces of wax on the surface.
4 Wipe down the glass. Use a damp, warm cloth to wipe the glass thoroughly to remove any remaining small residues of wax. It is very easy to leave behind a trail of wax, which is why it is very necessary to thoroughly wipe the surface.
- Alternatively, you can spray the wax with glass cleaner and wipe it down with a paper towel or soft rag. It can take several passes to remove all the wax, so be diligent!

Tips

Pour a few teaspoons of water into the bottom of the votive container to prevent the wax from initially sticking to the glass.
Remove wax over an old rag or newspaper to prevent wax stains on your desk or floor.
Use candle glass cups as small vases or pencil holders, or fill them with other creative items and display them around the house after you've cleaned out any remaining wax.
Cheap candles can contain petroleum-based wax, which is usually difficult to remove from glass. Try to get high quality candles from reputable manufacturers to make cleaning the glass from the wax much easier.

Warnings

When removing wax, do not scrub with a sponge or paper towel along and around the inside of the container, otherwise you will stain it with wax. Wipe wax from glass only with smooth hand movements.
Do not do this over a kitchen or bathroom sink, as wax can clog drains and drains. Throw away any remaining wax in the trash can.