How to Make Metal Polish
This simple recipe makes a great metal polish that helps prevent rust and cleans most metal surfaces.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Extra Fine Powdered Pumice
- Fine Silicas
- Citric Acid
- Oxalic Acid
- soft, clean cloths
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Mix 4 tbsp. very fine pumice powder (yes, pumice is an abrasive) with 1/4 c. citric acid.
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Add 1 tbsp. finely ground silica and mix thoroughly. (Silica will help resist moisture.)
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3
Wet a soft cloth with water and rub the polish onto the metal with it.
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4
Buff to a shine with a clean, dry cloth.
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Tips & Warnings
You can substitute oxalic acid for the citric acid, but cut it back to 1/3 cup and be sure to label the container - oxalic acid is poisonous.