The appeal of Tiffany lamps is so great that even the reproductions are still things of exquisite beauty. These lamps will definitely add class into every home. However, to maintain its utmost beauty, you should take care of it and maintain it well.
Aesthetics and functionality are combined to create these wonderful masterpieces. This makes them more difficult to clean and maintain. The complexities of lighting technology and the intricacies of the craftsmanship require them to be handled very carefully. But even though the cleaning process is not an easy thing to do, you’ll be surely pleased with the results. That’s why just like any article in your house, these lamps need regular cleaning.
The type of your lamp determines the type of cleaning method to be employed.
Lemon oil-based furniture polish can be used in cleaning Tiffany lamp/shade with opaque glass. A clean cloth must be used to apply the polish. Remember to polish all the areas uniformly.
Tiffany lamp/shade with transparent glass is quite easy to clean. The cleaning materials that you use in cleaning other glass items in your home can be used in these lamps. A simple glass cleaner will do the trick. However, be careful in doing this because you don’t want the glass cleaner to get into the non-glass parts of the lamp for this may damage those parts.
A Jadestone Tiffany Lamp or Shade can be cleaned with an oil-based and lemon-flavored furniture polish as well.
Cleaners should not be used in cleaning Mica Tiffany lamp or shade. A clean and lightly damp cloth will do the job.
A light duster can be utilized to get rid of dust in a Fabric Tiffany lampshade. It’s crucial to brush off the dust lightly so that the dirt will not enter the fabric’s weave. A clean and dry cloth should be used afterwards to make sure that all the dirt and dust are removed.
After doing these steps, the lamp’s base is the next part to be cleaned. It’s a good thing that the materials that you’ll use are most likely already within your reach. Soapy warm water should be used in cleaning the base of porcelain lamps. If you have lamps with metal base, the same lemon oil based furniture polish is enough to do the trick.
Tiffany lamps that are placed in the kitchen may be the hardest to clean because they may accumulate kitchen dirt and grease that are by-products of cooking. With these lamps, thoroughness is needed. The grease can be removed faster with the help of a kitchen cleaner or detergent. After doing so, dry the lamps completely and use the above stated furniture polish for the finishing touch.