Here's how to address dishwasher film on drinking glasses, based on the provided reference:
To remove dishwasher film from drinking glasses, you first need to determine if the film is caused by mineral deposits or etching.
A common method to test and begin removing dishwasher film, as suggested by the reference, involves using vinegar. This helps identify the cause of the fogginess:
- Prepare the vinegar: Dip a dishrag (or soft cloth) into vinegar. White vinegar is typically effective for this purpose.
- Apply to the glass: Dip a dish rag in vinegar and gently rub the glass in a circular motion. Focus on the areas with the most prominent film.
- Check the results:
- If film begins to lift from the glass, this indicates that mineral deposits (hard water residue) are responsible for the milky or foggy appearance. According to the reference, you can then "continue to step two to remove them" (though the specific details of step two are not provided in the reference).
- If the glass remains foggy after rubbing with vinegar, etching is likely the cause. Etching is permanent damage to the glass surface, and according to the reference, it cannot be fixed.
In summary, the vinegar test helps diagnose whether the film is removable mineral buildup or permanent etching. If it's mineral buildup, the vinegar process is the starting point for removal. If it's etching, the glass cannot be restored.
