Does Brass Sterilizes Itself?

But before you restock your disinfectant arsenal, check out your hardware: While aluminum and stainless steel in particular are hotbeds for germs, studies show that brass, copper, and silver have self-sterilizing powers. It's not magic, it's science. It's called the oligodynamic effect.

Does brass really disinfect itself?

It's called the oligodynamic effect, and it's the result of metal ions in brass and copper having a toxic effect on molds, spores, viruses, and other living cells. Unvarnished brass doorknobs magically disinfect themselves in about eight hours.

Does brass hold germs?

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Copper is the predominant metal used in the mixing of Brass Alloy. This means that copper-based metals such as brass, can prevent bacteria from spreading, and even completely destroy germs and bacteria.