How To Clean Brass Door Hinges

Telling the difference between brass and brass plated hardware is relatively easy.

How to clean brass door hinges.

Simply rub a thin coat onto the brass let sit for an hour or so and then clean the piece with hot soapy water. Bar keeper s friend is a popular and effective metal cleaning product but there are a variety of brass and metal cleaners available. Brass is heavy while brass plated items are light. Pour a small amount of polish onto the cloth.

Rub and smooth the polish on the hinges and pins. There is no need to measure the volume of soap or water just get the solution sudsy. It s not as effective but will work in situations where you want to remove some but not all of the patina. Wipe the brass hinge with soapy water.

Dip a warm sponge or cloth in the water and wipe the hinge down. About a tablespoon apiece is a good place to begin depending on how much hardware you plan to clean. The type of polish depends on whether your hinges are brass silver or another metal. Mix hot water with a few drops of liquid dish soap.

A sure way to tell the difference between the two is to use a kitchen magnet. Gently rub the paste onto your solid brass and copper door hardware pro tip. Rub either brass polish silver polish or metal polish on the hinges and hinge pins with a soft cloth. Another option is to make a paste of equal parts salt flour and white vinegar.

This works for your cookware too.