Anyone try cleaning inks?

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Jamdam

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I have had 5 bottles cleaned (tumbled) by a “professional”. Took several months and the best and most delicate broke in the process. I have a few dug inks I’d like to have cleaned but not sure they are appropriate for this process. Anyone have success with inks?
 

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Man...that sucks. I'm sure someone has had some success tumbling inks, but I imagine there are some special tricks, especially for umbrellas.
 

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If it is content stain, try a solvent like alcohol or lacquer thinner and let it stand over night. after you have used soap and water. I used to have fairly good results with a strong mix of TSP and let it stand for 5 or 6 days, but I don't know if you can still find it. Patience and a variety of brushes are required.
 

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You can still get tsp in the paint prep section of your local hardware big box. I have some lab grade 99.9% iso so may try it to see but really want to try tumbling to remove that sick glass layer. Thanks for the suggestions.
 

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