How to clean fireplace glass and tools

November 20, 2025
1 min read
How to clean fireplace glass and tools

Fireplaces and wood stoves add warmth and charm, but smoke and soot can leave stubborn residue on glass doors and tools. Universal Cleaner cuts through that build-up with ease, leaving your fireplace looking clear, polished and ready to glow again.

 

What you need

✔ Universal Cleaner
✔ Atomiser Spray Bottle
✔ General Cloth
✔ Glass Cloth
✔ Newspaper or paper towels
✔ Heatproof gloves (optional)

 

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Step-by-step guide

Step 1
Ensure the fireplace or stove is completely cool before cleaning.

Step 2
Spray Universal Cleaner onto the glass surface and allow it to sit for two to three minutes to loosen soot and smoke residue.

Step 3
Use a scrunched-up ball of newspaper to lift and wipe away the loosened grime.

Step 4
Spray the glass again lightly with Universal Cleaner and polish to a clear finish using a Cloth.

Step 5
Wipe down fireplace tools with Universal Cleaner on a Cloth, focusing on soot build-up near the handles and tips.

Step 6
Finish with a dry buff using the clean side of the cloth or a Glass Cloth for a streak-free shine.

 

Pro tip

Regularly cleaning after every few uses prevents heavy soot build-up and makes future cleans faster — Universal Cleaner is perfectly suited to tackle smoke and carbon residue.