Different method or technique to polish Brass Items..

1. Submitted to: Mrs. Binita Gupta

2. 1.Choose the right polish. Many
commercial metal polishes can be too
abrasive for some brass items. As a general
rule, look for a polish specifically labelled
to work for brass. One labelled for use on
the particular brass item you intend to
polish is an even better choice.
 Also avoid products containing ammonia
since ammonia can dissolve the copper
component of brass.

3. 2.Apply the polish to a dry
cloth. Squeeze a dollop of the brass
polish onto a soft cloth. A little can
go a long way, so you do not need
to use much. Use a soft cotton or
terrycloth rag for best results.
 It is recommended that you apply
the polish to the cloth instead of
applying it directly to the surface
of the brass

4. 3.Buff the brass. Wipe the brass
down with the polish-coated cloth,
applying even pressure in small,
circular motions. Cover the entire
surface in this manner. Follow the
label instructions on the polish
when applying it, even if they
differ from those described here.
And using a polish improperly can
result in damage to your brass.

5. 4.Rinse and dry to remove residual
polish. For some polishes, you may
need to wipe the polish off with a
damp cloth before buffing gently with
a clean, dry cloth.Some polishes do
not need to be rinsed off. Even for
these polishes, though, you should still
buff the surface with a dry cloth.

6. 1.Combine distilled white vinegar and
flour. Mix 2/3 cup (160 ml) of distilled white
vinegar with 2/3 cup (160 ml) flour. Stir the
ingredients together in a plastic or glass bowl
until smooth and thoroughly combined.Never use
a metal dish to combine the ingredients. If
possible, you should also use a plastic or wooden
utensil to mix the ingredients over a metal one.
 Vinegar is acidic, and this acidic quality can
dissolve debris responsible for tarnishing and
dulling brass. The flour makes the polish slightly
more abrasive, but the main benefit of flour is
that it thickens the vinegar and creates a paste.

7. 2.Add a little salt. Mix 1/2 cup (125 ml)
salt into the paste until well combined.
The salt adds an abrasive component to
the paste. It works, both chemically and
physically, to make the paste more
effective.
 Note that this paste will not store well,
so you should only make as much as you
need at the present moment.

8. 3.Arrange your brass items on a
platter. You'll need to let the polish paste
sit on the brass for a prolonged period of
time, so you should arrange the brass items
in need of polishing on a plastic or glass
platter and in a single layer.If you decide to
use a metal baking sheet, line it with a
layer of parchment paper or wax paper first
to avoid letting the brass and the paste
come into direct contact with the metal
sheet.

9. 4.Apply the paste and let it sit. Use a spoon
or your fingers to apply the paste in a thick,
even coat onto all sides of the brass surface.
Allow the paste to sit on the brass for at least 1
to 2 hours, if not longer.For severely tarnished or
dulled brass, you can even leave the paste on
overnight.
 As the vinegar paste does its thing, you should
see it take on a green tint. This green tint is a
natural result produced by the chemical action
taking place, and it means that the tarnish and
surface debris being dissolved and removed.

10. 5.Wash off the dried paste. When the brass is
ready, gently scrub the paste off with a soft
cloth and lukewarm running water. Gently buff
the surface of the brass using small circular
motions as you rinse.Use a soft cotton or
terrycloth rag for best results.
 Scrub the surface of the brass thoroughly to
make sure that all the paste has been
removed. Depending on how thick your paste
ended up being, it could take a bit of scraping
with your thumbnail to chip it away.

11. 6.Buff with a dry
cloth. To dry the
brass and give it a
final boost of
shine, buff it with
a soft, dry cloth
using small
circular passes
until you cover the
entire surface.

12. 1.Combine acidic lemon juice
with a mild abrasive.
The most common abrasives including
baking soda and cream of tartar.
Alternatively, you could also use
half of a lemon and a little salt.
Combine 1 to 2 Tbsp (15 to 30 ml)
of lemon juice with 1 to 2 tsp (5 to
10 ml) of baking soda. The mixture
should fizz at first, but gradually
calm down once you stir it together.

13. 2.Apply the lemon juice to the brass.
Use a soft cloth or your fingers to wipe the
lemon paste onto the surface of the brass,
coating it completely. Rub the paste on in a
single direction for best results. Use a soft
cotton or terrycloth rag for best results.
 A lemon-and-baking-soda paste only needs to
sit for a few minutes, but a lemon-and-
cream-of-tartar paste should sit on the brass
for about 30 minutes.

14. 3.Rinse off the residue.
Place the brass under lukewarm running water
and gently wipe the residue away with your
fingers.If parts of the brass still seem dull,
you can reapply the lemon solution of choice
to that area for additional shine.
4.Dry and buff with a soft cloth.
Wipe the brass dry with a soft, clean towel.
Apply even pressure in small, circular passes
to give the brass an extra buffing.