Use the bartender's method for speedy stemware washing. Holding the base, pump the glass vigorously in very hot soapy water, then quickly pump it in hot clear water (cooler water may shatter it); dry upside-down on a cotton towel. For extra-shiny, streakless glasses, add a little vinegar or borax to the final rinse water.
If glasses have hard-water stains, rub them with a scouring pad dipped in vinegar.
Never use hot water, harsh soaps, ammonia or washing soda on silver or gold-rimmed glasses.
A well-lathered shaving brush cleans deeply etched or textured glass especially well.
If eggs have dried on your patterned glass tableware, rub off the residue with a slice of lemon.
Handle glass ovenware very carefully. Avoid hard knocks and sudden exposure to heat or cold and keep it away from water (even a moist kitchen top) while warm.
If glass hob-safe cookware remains stained after washing, boil a solution of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water in it for about 20 minutes.
