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How To Remove Paint From Brass
If your home is filled with a number of antique metal items,
it is likely that they have been constructed using either solid or plated brass
(as this was a very popular metal at the time). Back when these items were produced,
however, it was also very popular to paint the metal into a desired colour. If
you would like to restore your brass items to their former glory by removing
the paint, here’s how you do it:
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Step 1: Make sure that you are wearing the proper protective
gear, as you will be working with some poisonous chemicals. At the minimum, you
should be wearing a facemask, thick work gloves and goggles.
Step 2: Pour some paint thinner into a metal bucket.
Ideally, you should have filled the bucket with enough paint thinner that the
brass object will be completely submerged. If you are removing paint from a
larger brass object, you should instead soak a cloth or a toothbrush in the
thinner.
Step 3: Place the brass item into the bucket and let it soak
for several minutes (skip this step if your item is much too large to fit).
Step 4: Take the toothbrush or cloth and use it to scrub at
the painted areas of the brass. You will need to do this until all of the paint
has been removed.
Step 5: Once all the paint has been removed, you will need
to rinse the brass item thoroughly in warm water. Then, apply a specialized
cleaner and run it into the item with a clean cloth. To finish, buff well with
a proper buffing cloth.
