How to Clean Metal Coated With Brass
Brass is a metal formed from a combination of copper and zinc. With its lustrous gold color, brass is used in many household items. Different cleaning methods are required depending on whether the object is solid brass or if it is brass coated. Do not clean an object coated with brass with the same solutions, polishes or abrasives used for solid brass, because they can deteriorate the finish. Properly clean your brass-coated object using mild detergent and water only. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Mild, liquid dish detergent
- Toothbrush
- Soft, cotton cloths
- Brass plating-safe polish
Instructions
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Make a soapy solution of warm water and mild, liquid dish detergent. Use about 2 tbsp. of soap per gallon of water. Make the soapy water in a separate container or in your kitchen sink. If possible, use a container that is large enough to hold the object for soaking. Fill the container with enough water so that the object can be fully submerged.
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Submerge the object in the soapy water for a few minutes. Soak a soft cloth with the soapy water and wash the object. Use a soft toothbrush to get into cracks and crevices. Buff-dry the object with clean cloth.
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Rub the object down with a clean rag and a brass polish. Only use a brass polish that is designed to be safe for brass plating, because traditional polishes can damage the plating. Rub in circular motions until a nice sheen is achieved.
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