i rubbed black show polish into a brass-coloured frame to make it look older. it looks awful. what can i do?
Q. I just want to remove the wax and make it look like it did before!
Asked by nicevideoshameaaboutthesong - Wed May 19 11:12:59 2010 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Use wood soap (about PS1 from Tesco) and an old toothbrush then dab with a soft cloth.
Answered by ann b - Wed May 19 17:47:11 2010

Can you put brass polish on a brass trumpet and not ruin it?
Q. I have a Holton T602R Brass trumpet it is not as shiny as i would like it and i was wondering if putting some kind of polish or finnish would work. If so what kind and what would i do to put it on.
Asked by Deven - Fri Mar 18 21:30:10 2011 - Jazz - 2 Answers - Comments

A. A good detergent and water cleaning will do a lot to brighten your lacquer. There are any number of lacquer polishes made for lacquered brass instruments--you can try one of them. I use a high quality clear coat auto finish protector--if you choose to do the same do so at your own risk. If there are sections where the lacquer is missing a good cleaning and quick buff with a soft cloth can do wonders. The main thing is to not remove any of the existing lacquer---it's tough to completely remove and looks really ugly if it's half lacquered and half raw brass. What you don't want to use is a chemical or abrasive "brass polish". A good cleaning and buff with a soft cloth will do wonders.
Answered by John T - Sat Mar 19 00:02:48 2011

What household products can I use to polish the brass on an instrument? (F Horn)?
Q. I am a brass player but i'm used to playing with Silver. Some people don't like the sound of Silver so I brought out my old descant horn. But it's badly tarnished. I neem a quick way to polish it and make it really shine, because that's part of my reputation. Yet, i never really used brass.
Asked by Raksha - Sun Oct 21 23:28:22 2007 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 5 Answers - Comments

A. Believe it or not, you have one of the best polishes at your disposal. Toothpaste. If you happen to have pearl brite it is the best. Have Fun
Answered by Ronald W - Mon Oct 22 02:36:34 2007

If Gordon Brown and the Labour party top brass died like the Polish President and his lot..?
Q. Would we mourn or cheer?
Asked by furious S - Sun Apr 11 12:25:59 2010 - Politics - 17 Answers - Comments

A. Neither we know we would just get more of the same.
Answered by wildkarrde - Sun Apr 11 17:54:16 2010

What is the best polish for brass?
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Asked by lisacovie - Tue Dec 26 22:12:29 2006 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 12 Answers - Comments

A. Brasso... Bar none. I work in fire station that has 5 brass poles that are 30 feet long. We have cleaned them every Satuday since the station was built in the 1960's with Brasso. They are just as shinny today as they were way back when...
Answered by David P - Tue Dec 26 22:37:26 2006

What can I use to polish brass jewelry?
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Asked by bella - Sat Jan 12 19:15:35 2008 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 5 Answers - Comments

A. From Brass to Tin: How to Care for Your Antique Metals
Answered by nigyar_98 - Sat Jan 12 23:35:47 2008

How do I polish silver and brass?
Q. I have heard of a method that uses a common household substance, but I don't remember what it was. Can you help me?
Asked by Ryan B - Thu Jan 3 22:09:50 2008 - Cleaning & Laundry - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Common white vinegar and baking soda work VERY well to remove tarnish from silver, brass, and copper. Use a soft cloth or sponge soaked in the vinegar and use the baking soda as a rubbing compound. I have also tried plain table salt with vinegar, but it doesn't work as well. If you have some paste wax (like you'd put on your car) to buff the brass or silver after cleaning, the clean metal won't oxidize as fast and will remain shiny longer. However, don't do this with items which will be used for food, like table silverware.
Answered by ohhhdear - Thu Jan 3 23:00:57 2008

Can brass polish hurt silver?
Q. I have some antique brass Betel boxes with silver inlay and I want to clean them up a little before selling them. The designs are too intricate to try to use different polishes. Any help would be appreciated.
Asked by racedoglover - Sat Mar 3 10:34:45 2007 - Cleaning & Laundry - 2 Answers - Comments

A. talk to a jeweler and ask what he/she would recommend..
Answered by bluedanube69 - Sat Mar 3 10:52:58 2007

How to clean brass and polish shoes?
Q. Hi there, I was wondering how I can remove the rainbow looking effect off my brass and if someone could give me some tips on polishing shoes. (This is for Njrotc) Im using brasso for shining it. also using kiwi shoe polish for the shoes
Asked by shorty s - Fri Oct 15 15:04:31 2010 - Military - 5 Answers - Comments

A. not sure bout brass but i can help with the shoes. 1.) get a cloth (or Cotton wool). Some kiwi polish and (if you feel like it) some guardsman's gloss 2.) put loads of polish on the cloth and smear all over the shoe with some water, 3.) wrap the cloth around your finger and rub the front of the shoe in small circles (breathing on the shoe when it looks dry) do this until it looks shiny. 4.) rub off the rest of the polish with a cloth (going round in circles) repeat (about 3-4 times per shoe) remember to spend more time on the tip of your shoes as that's what you want to be more shiny. You should spend around an hour on each shoe. if this method fails coat the shoe in polish and use a lighter to melt the polish onto the shoe (brush over the… [cont.]
Answered by hopefloats617 - Fri Oct 15 15:17:49 2010

Does anyone know how to clean dried metal polish from the interstices of brass work such as horse brasses?
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Asked by Spon - Fri Dec 21 11:20:44 2007 - Cleaning & Laundry - 7 Answers - Comments

A. soak in vinegar
Answered by Harry o - Fri Dec 21 11:56:26 2007

what is the best thing to use to polish brass and getting out tarnish?
Q. I used a brass cleaner but the tarnish came back
Asked by Ted - Sat Sep 20 00:32:18 2008 - Cleaning & Laundry - 6 Answers - Comments

A. The brass tarnishes because of contact with oxygen. If you cut out the contact it will not retarnish. You can put what you polished in a tight bag or spray it with a clear plastic coat from the hardware store. If spraying, polish then wipe with soapy water to remove grease from the hands etc first. Watch me polish brass in the video below:
Answered by PAPPA XMAS - Sat Sep 20 17:46:25 2008

Survey: Give me detailed instructions on the proper way to polish a brass knob?
Q. *I'll choose one person's answer and use the instructions to polish my brass knob.
Asked by F U! - Sun Oct 9 20:34:04 2011 - Polls & Surveys - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Spit on a clean rag and then rub it fast & hard over the knob.
Answered by Todd - Sun Oct 9 20:42:08 2011

How do I polish dirty brass door fixtures?
Q. Under layers of dirt/oxidation I discovered that the knocker, handle and letter slot on my front door were solid brass. I've used Twinkle and steel wool and they look amazingly better but the surface still has a copper hue to it. Any suggestions on how to get it to that shiny brass look - and keep it? Thanks.
Asked by jimmie_k - Tue Jun 16 12:58:36 2009 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 5 Answers - Comments

A. Other than power buffing Brasso as mentioned is fine but will reqiure some work. after a hot soap & water scrub. The "copper " color might be due to oxidation reacting w/ cleaning chemicals that have strong acid or base PH. Could also be that some pieces are brass plated base metal & the copper underplating is showing where the brass plating has been worn off. Easy enough to find out by scraping the back of the piece , If grey or silvery looking metal shows ...it aint brass. Once cleaned auto polishing compound is good for upkeep since the compound is wax based. Marine supply stores have metal cleaners & protectants that hold up better than brass polish alone. Best regards
Answered by split dog - Wed Jun 17 20:37:57 2009

What do sailors use to polish thier brass or copper pipes on ships?
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Asked by nyzamfam - Sun May 25 07:51:08 2008 - Boats & Boating - 5 Answers - Comments

A. Don't forget "Never Dull" that cotton like stuff loaded with polish.
Answered by mark t - Sun May 25 08:35:59 2008

Can i Use guitar polish on a brass saxophone??
Q. Please don't call me stupid or anything, but i have a bottle of Fender guitar polish, and am wondering if i can use it on my brass saxophone
Asked by Madeline L - Tue Apr 8 19:56:52 2008 - Performing Arts - 3 Answers - Comments

A. Try it. You won't hurt the brass. I just wouldn't use metal polish on a guitar.
Answered by CGIV76 - Tue Apr 8 20:24:23 2008

I am restoring a brass bed, it very tarnished. I am looking for recommendations on what to use?
Q. The brass is antique, it is tarnished. I am using brass polish and it is a slow go. Any recommendations would be appreciated. thank you
Asked by adamwitzhoops - Sun Aug 19 23:35:41 2007 - Cleaning & Laundry - 4 Answers - Comments

A. Rumour has it that the Navy used Koolaid for the citric acid (?).
Answered by relaxed - Sun Aug 19 23:43:20 2007

Is it possible to Remove Spilt Brass Polish from Stonework?
Q. As a Verger in our Church, we were doing weekly cleaning which involved doing the Brass and Wall plates. We use the wadding type Brasso metal polish and some of the wadding touched the wall, it's left a Greenish smear on the wall! Is it possible to Remove the Smear. The Stone is not painted so can't touch it up with fresh paint. Is there any ways to remove the spilt polish?? Thanks!
Asked by Bill - Fri Nov 20 21:42:43 2009 - Decorating & Remodeling - 1 Answers - Comments

A. Tough question. Have you exhausted all other possibilities such as warm soapy water? If so, try calling the manufactuer if no one else here could produce a good solution for you. I've included the link to the MSDS sheet under sources. If the stone is totally unfinished, would sandpaper work to remove that thin layer? If you plan on trying this tactic, please test it in an inconspicuous location first to see the reaction sandpaper has on stone. Good luck!!!
Answered by kirstyre - Fri Nov 20 23:21:16 2009

What is the best detegent to polish brass?
Q. I live in mombasa kenya and the water is salty
Asked by Fredrick Oroma - Sun Jul 31 00:00:29 2011 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Mix together 1 2 c flour, 1 2 c salt, and 1 2 c powdered detergent. Stir in a solution of 1 2 c white vinegar, 1 2 c lemon juice, and 1 2 c very warm water, and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a glass jar, close it tightly and label it. To use the cleaner, shake a small amount onto a cloth and rub it into the surface of the brass, or object. Use a toothbrush for hard-to-reach areas. Rinse with water and rub dry with a clean cloth. A 'secret' to cleaning and polishing brass is to use a weak acid with a p H somewhere in the area of 3 to 4. Use ketchup! Sounds too good to be true, you say? Oh, yeah. I know. But really, just smear some ketchup all over your dirty brass, let it sit for a few minutes, and wash it off. Worcestershire sauce.… [cont.]
Answered by StanS - Sun Jul 31 02:28:40 2011

What is the best brass polish?
Q. This item is really dirty. Furniture stripper, simichrone, and brasso with steel wool worked but too much work, there must be something simpler, by the way it is soudered in a few spots
Asked by Marcia - Fri Mar 27 18:53:15 2009 - Do It Yourself (DIY) - 2 Answers - Comments

A. If the piece is not too big, put it in plastic or ceramic container and soak it overnight in brasso. Steel wool will add scratches that are very hard to remove. For a brilliant shine, use nothing more severe than an old cotton tee shirt. Big pieces can be soaked in acetic acid if some can be found.
Answered by Roger - Fri Mar 27 19:57:52 2009

How do you polish brass to remove black marks and blemishes when Brasso cleaner does not work?
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Asked by Arthur LASHFORD - Sun Feb 27 08:36:09 2011 - Cleaning & Laundry - 5 Answers - Comments

A. 1. Set up a buffing wheel. 2. buff the area with tripoli 3. change to white buffing compound 4. finish with red rouge 5. clean off the rouge. Time consuming but that's how you really clean up brass and give it a liquid looking bright finish.
Answered by PAPPA XMAS - Sun Feb 27 18:31:34 2011