If you have a vintage metal object that needs to be cleaned, there are a few steps you can take to make the process as easy and effective as possible.

  1. Remove any dirt, dust, or debris that may be on the surface of the metal. This can be done with a cloth or a vacuum cleaner.
  2. If the metal is tarnished, use a polishing cloth or a polishing compound to remove the tarnish. Be sure to use caution not to scratch the metal!
  3. If necessary, clean any rust off of the metal with steel wool or an abrasive cleaner. Be sure to wear gloves and eye protection when cleaning rust off of metal surfaces!
  4. Finally, polish the metal if necessary using a brass polish or a silver polish. ..