Should You Polish Brass Candlesticks?
Polishing Isn't Necessary on Objects That Are Only Brass-Plated, And, in Fact, It Could Actually Scratch the Plating Off. That's Why It's Important to Identify...
Polishing isn't necessary on objects that are only brass-plated, and, in fact, it could actually scratch the plating off. That's why it's important to identify whether or not the brass is just a plating before you embark on any brass cleaning project.
How do you polish brass candlesticks?
- First, remove any drips of wax. ...
- Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt into a half cup of vinegar and add flour until the mixture becomes a paste.
- Rub onto the brass, getting into every nook, cranny, knop and well.
- Leave for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water and buff dry.
Does polishing brass devalue it?
Polishing tends to use abrasives, so every time tarnish forms and is polished away, part of the original surface is lost. Do this too often and you could lose detail or even hallmarks. If in doubt, check with someone who knows about antiques first.
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
