How to clean your gas fireplace glass doors

Unfortunately, it is that time of year again here in Minnesota when we have to start getting ready for the cold weather – if we haven’t already. With that being said, many of us have fireplaces that we haven’t used for 6 – 8 months, so here are some steps to bring back the sparkling appearance of your fireplace. Plus cleaning your fireplace glass periodically will help prevent the deposits from building up to the point of more costly repairs.

The process to clean gas fireplace glass is not the same as for cleaning the glass of a wood-burning fireplace so be sure to check your warranty, and do not use any product which would void the warranty. Cleaning a fireplace glass door is not a difficult task but if done incorrectly can ruin your enclosure.

Here are some simple steps to clean gas fireplace glass:

1. Shut off the gas to your fireplace. This will keep you safe, as you clean your fireplace.
2. Prepare a place to clean the fireplace glass that is large enough for the entire glass panel to lie flat, while using several towels for the glass panel to be set on.
3. Remove the fireplace glass, following the instructions of the fireplace manual. (Don’t attempt to remove the fireplace glass when it is hot or warm).
4. Clean your glass fireplace glass using non-ammonia, non-abrasive glass cleaner. Spray the glass cleaner onto the fireplace glass and wipe with a paper towel or soft cloth. (Be sure to read your manual, to see any specific instructions on how to clean your fireplace).
5. With the fireplace glass panel removed, take the opportunity to clean the inside of the fireplace if needed.
6. Now that you have cleaned your fireplace glass, align the glass panel with the correct side facing in and reinstall your glass assembly. After the glass panel is attached, this is an opportunity to clean the outside of the fireplace glass.
7. Make sure you remember to turn the gas back on.

Make sure that you follow the instructions in the fireplace manual and take your time through this process. Cracked, chipped, or broken glass will need to be replaced, and this would certainly cost more than being cautious while cleaning the glass.