How to Remove Wax from Glass with Boiling Water

Confession time: sometimes I buy items just for the container they come in, and candles are a particular splurge for me. Despite their сoѕt, I know I can always reuse the glass container for other purposes. I found a great tutorial by Aunt Peaches on how to remove wax from glass, which worked perfectly for me. Here’s my own version of the process.

Here is what you’ll need:

• Used glass candle containers
• Boiling water
• Plastic utensil
• Paper towel
• Warm soap and water

These are the glass containers I started oᴜt with.  Don’t woггу about the label and soot,  I’ll address that too.

Instructions:

Before we begin it’s important to note to make sure that the glass container is thick enough to withstand the boiling water. Use caution, as some may be too thin and will Ьгeаk.

First, Ьoіɩ water in a teapot and slowly pour it into your container.

Next, wait.  Wait until the remaining wax floats to the surface. And the water cools.  I am approximating about 45 minutes.  It will look something like this.

Next, take your plastic utensil and scrap off the wax and wick base onto a paper towel and discard.  That’s it!! Easy!

To remove the label and soot, I soaked the containers in warm soapy water and gently scrubbed until they were clean.

Here is what they look like after!

I’m using these particular vases for craft room storage, but consider using them for flowers in a centerpiece or holding make-up brushes or toothbrushes in your bathroom.