Furniture, Wood and Cabinetry Finishing - Glass removal

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jamboogie
03-26-03, 08:14 PM
I am stripping some oak cabinets that have leaded glass glued into the oak framed doors. I desperately want to save the glass for reuse in the finish project. How can I safely remove the glass from the oak framed cabinet doors?

Thanks for any help.

George
03-27-03, 04:00 PM
Most older glues will dissolve when treated with warmed white vinegar.
jamboogie
03-28-03, 06:12 AM
I will try the warm white vinegar and inform you of the results. In the meantime, I welcome other solutions.

jamboogie
03-31-03, 07:12 PM
George,
Thanks. The warm white vinegar worked perfectly in loosening the glue, freeing the leaded glass with relative ease. Now I will be able to reuse the glass in the finish project.