How to Clean Fireplace Glass (Get Rid of White Film on Gas Fireplace)
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
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Sorry I didn't take a "before" picture of my fireplace - it was covered with the white stuff.
Followed step by step - WORKED GREAT! been staring at that foggy glass for 6 years; it's clean now. Thank you!
Hubby was afraid to take it apart, so I did it myself, thanks to your very helpful video! All done and put back together in about 20 minutes!
Husband is an accountant right, ha ha
@@laytonscheck3433 HA! He's a musician. That says a lot. :D
Let me guess . He plays the bonaphone?
Perfect! Just saved me $200+ to have it done. Hope you show more about turning off gas, and turning back on, pilot etc. Great help for we out here who know zip about this stuff. Thx!
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I was told by the natural gas provider to remove the glass and wash the windex off the glass using soapy water. He said it's very dangerous to use ammonia on the glass fireplace. There is a white cream specifically for fireplace glass, but he as the sure if the glass stovetop cleaner will work. I think I'll use vinegar and water.
All other videos say to never use ammonia based glass cleaner. It's what causes the white haze.
This was so easy! My fireplace looks brand new! Thanks!
I will mention that our model just had clamps on the right side, and swung open to the left. That might be good to mention to others:)
Adding some tips from my experience.
1. Care to be taken when removing the glass cover. The spring loaded clips in the lower area could trap your hand when released. Wear a thick glove when releasing the clips.
2. Misty layer on the inside of the glass would need a blade and also a rubbing using a piece of damp tamarind or tamarind paste, and finally glass cleaner to fully clear.
+Sujit Sivanand great suggestions!
I had half the front panel removed before I decided to find an easier way. Thank you for helping me locate the two lower clasps below glass frame! Super easy. Appreciate the help.
Thank you - nothing in the manual and the screen has been dirty for a LONG time - plus there was a dead moth!! Clean now - THANK YOU!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. I have been trying for years how to figure out how to take off this glass cover. I finally thought to find a possible youtube and found you. Thank you!!!!
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Easy to follow to take apart!!! Finally got it back together start from top to hook on and hold bottom so glass stays in place with the seal
Thanks for Video it was really great
Nice work!
I just wanted to thank you for posting this. Our fireplace glass was horrible. Our fireplace is a Lennox instead of a majestic, but the basic method of disassembling it was the same, I just followed your directions. I used glass stove top cleaner instead of a razor blade to get off the milky color, and then windex, and then distilled water, with great results. I think next time I will look for the appropriate cleaner from home depot, thanks to Mack Grants suggestion.
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So incredibly easy! My clamps were on the right side, but as I knew what to look for it wasn’t an issue. I also cleaned the glass with lemon oil, as it’s much quicker than a razor blade with build-up ( make certain it’s fully dry before use).
These are outstanding directions . Saved an hour of my life. The written directions were crap. Than you! Kathy from Wausau
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What is not mentioned here is the glass is a ceramic glass and CANNOT be cleaned with products containing ammonia. If the white haze is left for long times it becomes extremely had to remove and you will not get it all off. Never tried a razor blade before but I have tried every cleaner for fireplaces known to man and NONE will make it 100%
I got through everything and was glad to find out how to get the glass off this fire place. I am having a really difficult time getting the top grill back on - The hooks do not line up with the slots.
You gave me the confidence to get the job done. Looks NEW!
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Great instruction. I thought I had it figured out and started removing some screws. Then I watched your video, much easier. Thanks for the instructions.
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If I have to repeat the cleaning I will not use a razor blade. I think it might have left micro abrasions on the glass. I cleaned the upstairs fireplace without the razor blade and am happier with the results.
Very helpful video.
I was able to remove the glass on my majestic brand fireplace and clean it.
Great 👍
I have wanted to get this glass screen off for ages, tried and failed. As for cleaning it, that was the least of my worries, can't clean it if you can't get the screen off. The bonus, didn't have to watch for 20 minutes what you explained in 3. Thank you!
My late husband installed Majestic fireplaces and I never watched him take it apart to clean it, now he's gone and I had to look up instructions on UA-cam. I have an electric model, but it looks exactly like yours so I'm sure it comes apart the same way.
I'm sorry for your loss, hope the tutorial works for you, If you are not comfortable with the DIY, maybe better to ask for a professional help.
@@TomahawkDIY I'm pretty handy, I've give it a go, I didn't help him install fireplaces, but I was by his side for all his other repair projects. He was a very handy guy.
Just what I needed to figure out how to take the glass out and clean it.
I used Ceramybryte cooktop cleaner and worked great!
Any advice about getting the white haze off the inside of the black box ?? - not the glass…
Will it take that matte black coating off?
it doesn’t seem to be a very tough finish
Thnk u
Hello, and thanks for the helpful video. Can you please share what is the model of fireplace?
I have one circa 1990s that looks somewhat (but not fully) similar, and a metal plate inside mine says Majco Building Specialties, Huntington, Indiana.
Thank you! Super helpful
Great product for the price. Pumps out a nice amount of heat
Just did this today. Cleaned the glass with soapy water, then baking soda and vinegar.
Replacing the glass was tricky, After putting the glass back on the top hinge, had to press pretty firmly to get the bottom over the lip so the clips would go back on. Just something to mention. It`ll be easier next time now that we know it has to be pressed firm.
Good job! Thanks for watching
This was AWESOME!!! Thank you so much. It's so easy but I always thought it would be so hard!
Thanks!
DUDE!!!! YOU ARE A LIFESAVER!
Thank you so much!! We took it apart earlier and couldn’t find the way to remove the glass. It looks great now! (I also didn’t use razor - sos pad, wiped dry and then vinegar and newspaper).
I have a question - do you know what those brass decorative bars are called? Ours are warped and rusting I’d love to replace them
Thank you. Blessings to you!!!
Same to you! Thanks for watching
This was about how to take off the glass or to clean the glass?
Very helpful, thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you
How do you put glass back would be helpful I can’t get clips to secure glass fireplace back
Thanks for the simplest instructions 🤜🏼🤛🏼
Hi Tom do you still have this fireplace? I have questions.
Simple and well explained. Thanks for taking the time to share. Happy New Year!
Easy to follow steps. Thank you!
Thanks so much! I was looking at the manual and could not follow what they were saying.
Glad I could help!
Exactly what I was looking for, thank-you…
Exactly what I needed to know! Thanks buddy!
No problem 👍
That was very helpful. Thanks for doing the video.
I would like to get mine cleaned and vacuumed. I never had it cleaned live here for 20 yrs to hard for me bent over 81 yrs old
I have this same model. The vent's at the top...should the metal with foam be positioned open in some way? or foam down covering the holes to the flames?
I can’t replace the clips on the bottom! When I try to pull them back it seems like they’re too tight. Can you give me some information how?
Is that from my house? Looks exactly like my fireplace!
Can you put fire glass in this kind of enclosed fire place?
Good advice, thanks.
Thx, followed ur steps
Thanks for the vid. Do you know of a way to change out the brass trim to silver? It has magnets holding the trim on and they are easily removed.
Did you ever find out? We are looking to do same or paint black, also try put glass pieces inside.
Thank you for a great video help.I followed it and did all cleaning but now I’m unable to replace it .kindly send some video help for replacing the glass screen.
How did you get your glass back in. I'm having trouble too
My foggy fireplace glass has been driving me nuts. I can't wait to clean it. Thanks for the demo. I did see on one site where they say you must use a specific cleaner for gas fireplace glass. Am I okay to use Windex? I hate to buy another cleaner when I only need a very little amount of product. Thanks again.
+Mary Donahue I saw some websites recommend a special cleaner. On mine, just used a razor blade and Windex. Hopefully it didn't cause issues, but seemed fine after I was done. Hope this helped you! No pressure, but donations are always appreciated. www.paypal.me/TomahawkDIY or Venmo @TomahawkDIY if you want to send one.
Mary Donahue absolutely do not use glass cleaner/windex! Every fireplace manufacturer recommends against this for good reason. Do yourself a favour and buy the appropriate cleaner from home depot, you'll be amazed with the results.
Thanks Mack. I haven't cleaned my glass yet, so no harm done. I will spend the extra money and purchase the recommended fireplace glass cleaner to avoid any future issues.
Nice video. Thank you!
Thank you too! Glad you like it
Thanks for making this video. I have the same make/model, so I will be putting it to use.
You can use ceramic stove top polish as well
I have used Glass top Oven cleaner to clean my fireplace glass for years with a lot of success. Weiman has daily spray cleaner and quick wipes which work very well. You can use the glass top cream cleaner if the glass is really dirty but I would finish with the quick wipes to get off any residue.
Thank this video was very helpful.
Cheers, Thank You : made it look easy . Cheers. i
I use pure vinegar and a paper towel. It was lickidy split spotlesd.
Is it me or did I miss the part where he cleans the white film/fog from the glass?? His glass wasn't even foggy!?
He said at the beginning he already cleaned it. He's just going through it again to show you what to do. And he cleaned the glass with the razor blade.
In his comments he mentioned he didn't take a before picture. I wished he did
It’s an off topic question..does your wood mantle get really hot when it’s burning? I have the same exact fireplace. Thanks
We have not noticed the wood mantle getting hot. That said, we only burn the fireplace once or twice a year, so we haven't paid much attention.
Thank you!
Great video, thanks for posting!
Thank you that was a great help!
Does anyone know the model number? I moved into a house with this fireplace and can't find it even when I took the bottom cover off
Think its Majestic DVR 33 pn
How do you replace the window seal?
Sir, I have the exact fireplace. I would love to see what your flame pattern looks like. My flame is mostly blue and wondering if that was normal.
It could be as simple as an air shudder adjustment, but some of the older DSI (Direct Spark Ignition) fireplaces had recalls where the box itself wasn't totally sealed. Additionally, there could be a disconnect in the co-axial flue (a pipe within a pipe, in this case 5" inner and 8" outer flue) that direct vent fireplaces use. If there is a any gap through the flue between inner and outer pipes exhaust (5" inner pipe) can syphon into the intake (between the 5" inner and 8" outer pipe) causing a low blue flame.
Is it ghosting. Like is the flame pulling off the burner?
Yours Truly,
NFI Certified Gas Specialist
Yay! I got glass off, cleaned it, and put it back on. I turned gas back on at wall. I turned pilot light button and held it in for one minute. I can’t get pilot light to come on. Is there a trick? I followed directions left inside my fireplace.
Thermocouple might need a clean. Yup, glass back out. Videos show how to clean the thermocouple and thermopile.
Thanks so much for posting this!
How to put it back 3:35 together?
I have the same model, I couldn’t turn it on, would you tell me how, pleaseeeee
So what do you recommend to get the white film off. I have tried fireplace glass cleaner, ammonia, soapy water ash water, and nothing works. Someone recommended I try oven cleaner
+K Miller I used a razor blade to scrape it off
Soap and water, vinegar and baking soda and a rough cloth did the trick for us.
My blower underneeth is making a horrid noise and looks like it is having trouble turning ) looks like it is dirty and maybe the dust-bunnies are keeping it from turning. Is there an easy way to remove that blower and replace it? It is harder than hell to get out through the bottom. Can I pop the glass off and go in through the top? Have you ever had to do this?
+Benny Lockhart sorry, I've never had to do that. Maybe a place that services gas fireplace could answer the question of you give them a call
What brand is the fireplace?
Chris Arrington Lennox
vacum!!
Cleaning the glass with a razor blade can etch the glass, potentially voiding any warranty on the glass if it were to break. I understand it works, but make sure you spray glass cleaner on it thoroughly to lubricate, hold at a shallow angle, use a clean blade, make sure it is cooled completely and know what type of glass you are cleaning. The older direct vent fireplace in this video uses Tempered glass, while most newer direct vent fireplaces utilize ceramic glass. Take care to read your owners manual carefully when it comes to what you should use. to clean it The safest thing if you are a homeowner is to just use is an ammonia free glass cleaner (I like Sprayway) and clean paper towels.
Regardless, you should always have your fireplace inspected and maintained annually (as with any gas appliance) by an NFI Certified Technician. Always keep in mind that these most fixed glass panel fireplaces are direct vent heater rated gas appliances, much like a boiler. Would you service your boiler yourself? How about one in your living room with your family around it every night. Everyone makes choices...
Do yourself a favor and call your local NFI Certified Gas Fireplace Service company. If they are a reputable company they will know what to come clean and inspect.
Most importantly, be safe.
NFI Certified Gas Specialist and owner of a gas fireplace service division working Montauk to Manhattan.
There is a wee bit at about 3:11 that briefly mentions cleaning fireplace glass, sorta. :)
Thanks
What steps put it back together??
I have this exact same Majestic fireplace. Unfortunately we cannot use the fireplace for more than 30 minutes at a time as it gives off a strange smell. We had the gas company check it out and no issues with gas, so it is safe. I've cleaned it several times, taking out the stones to see if that was it. Cleaning glass, getting dust out. No luck. Same odd smell. It's not gas but a bit nauseating. Any ideas what it could be? Thank you.
+George Johns I'd probably try calling the manufacturer to see if they have a help line. One thought - is it a newer fireplace that has not run much? If so, maybe check the installation manual to see if there are instructions for starting initially. Perhaps it's supposed to "burn" for a few hours to start and clean of any residuals from the manufacturer process.
I cleaned my for the first time after watching this after 15 years. I'm not sure if it's normal but I noticed there is a switch to adjust it from high to low but the flame never really changes when you turn this. The log is lit but it won't make a big flame like a wood fireplace. Is this normal for these fireplaces. It's on. Do these type of fireplaces need annual cleaning. I'm selling my home I had a inspector mention to me he wanted me to get the chimney cleaned. People that did this told me mines isn't connected to a chimney
You do not know what you are doing!! If you are going to scrape glass with a razor blade, the blade better be new, and the glass WET; ideally with something like a drop or two of dish soap in a cup of water is all that is needed. Professional window cleaners use a wide flexible blade designed specifically for the purpose. With the glass reasonably clean, use 4 ought (0000) steel wool dry to polish the surface to the extent that it can be. Windex and other glass cleaners use to have phosphates in them. Great for REMOVING dirt, and leaving a dirt-attracting residue. This will often get concentrated in the pores of the glass, and heat from a FIRE or sunlight acts as a catalyst literally etching the glass surface. Clean, undamaged glass will allow a soft, clean cloth to glide right over it.
Thankkkkssss.
Window cleaner is not recommended with ammonia
Do u Reapair fire palace
Or supposed to use regular glass cleaner, no ammonia
I have an older model, that has 2 screws on each end. No clips.
Great content, next time get a camera buddy and actually do the project while filming...
You should have cleaned the louvers while you had them out.
I watched the video to remind me how to open glass door...thanks.
I need a replacement gas valve and pilot
how to clean the glass on a fireplace when it's already been cleaned.
why wouldnt you film you actually cleaning the glass instead of talking about the insides?
what's the point of doing a how to clean when its already been cleaned behind the scene?
Wish I would have watched this prior to taking out a bunch of screws
This should be titled "How to take the glass off of your majestic fireplace". This tells me. Othing about how to actually clean the white film on my gas wood stove. Please retitle.
I agree, this video sucks
We must have an OLDER Majestic than you. No clips at the bottom after other pieces are removed. Frustrating. Looks like like nuts on a screw and I have to find a small wrench to unbolt the glass door. Why would anyone design a door this cumbersome? Back to the fix. Later.
oops Ceramabryte... i spelled this wrong in my previous comment..
What a joke! Spend 3 minutes taking the glass off and 30 seconds showing it cleaned already. Change the title of the video.
Excuse me while I barf ...filming is lousy. PLUS glass has already been cleaned. Fail.
Thanks for nothing dude