Comments on: How to Clean Brass

By: Gerry

Gerry — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:02:58 +0000

I’m trying to clean massive, old, copper pots, and big, flat trays, about one meter in diameter. Any suggestions, please?

By: william

william — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:32:03 +0000

If I use the vinegar cleaning method, would it harm the enamel on the brass? I’m dealing with old Orthodox brass icons with enamel.

By: Bo

Bo — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 22:38:24 +0000

I bought a badly tarnished brass candle holder for $1 so I could experiment with it. I read that Ketchup would work so I put the candle holder in the sink and squirted ketchup all over it and left it for about 10 minutes. I got an old tooth brush and scrubbed it real good and rinsed it off. When I looked at it I could not believe how great it looked. There were a few places that needed a second dose, so I did it again. Once I had rinsed off the second helping and dried it, I was holding what looked like a brand new candle holder. It was quick and easy!!!

By: Ross

Ross — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 18:00:12 +0000

I have an antique stained glass fire screen which has a rather massive brass frame. It is badly tarnished. In fact, I have had it for forty years and it has never been cleaned. It would be beautiful if it were shining! However, I am worried that cleaning it would destroy the patina and thus reduce its antique value. Any suggestions?

By: Susan

Susan — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 01:12:29 +0000

There are spray cleaners specially designed for brass chandeliers. Simply lay the chandelier on top of newspaper (to catch any drips) and spray it on. Wipe off with a clean cloth. These sprays can be found at most stores that high quality lighting is sold. They may even be available at home improvement stores.

By: SJ

SJ — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:33:02 +0000

I am looking for the right way to clean turned brass parts with oil and burr using vinegar.