you could display bronze everywhere from anindustrial-farmhousekitchen or aBaroque-styleliving room.
It’s used in everything from decor to light fixtures and even accessories.
Such a versatile material requires care and attention to protect its luster and extend its lifespan.
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We’ve collected three different methods so you might learn how to clean bronze and prevent tarnishing.
Clean your bronze goods once a month with a little mild dish soap and water to limit dust build-up.
Don’t forget to dry the piece thoroughly when you’re finished.
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Finish this method by wiping away any leftover water with a clean and dry cloth.
Be sure you’ve dried the item thoroughly before putting it away.
This will remove any light dust on your item, before you move onto tackling the tarnished areas.
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Create a Paste
Next, create a paste out of yourbaking sodaandlemon juice.
Start with just a couple of tablespoons of baking soda in a small bowl.
you’ve got the option to add more later if needed.
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Then, drip lemon juice over the baking soda, mixing as you go.
You want to keep adding the lemon juice until the two have created a paste.
The mixture should have a consistency like toothpaste.
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Finally, rinse away the paste with warm water.
Be sure to clean thoroughly before you move onto drying.
With amicrofiber cloth, dry your bronze item well.
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Begin with the flour and salt, using equal parts of each.
Start with a small amount, such as two tablespoons of both.
Once you’ve mixed the two well, add a small amount of vinegar and mix as you go.
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Stop adding the vinegar once you’ve reached a paste consistency.
Again, you’ve got the option to protect your skin by wearing a pair of rubber gloves.
Rub the paste into the bronze item in circular motions until you could no longer see the tarnish.
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Finally, you’ll want to end this process with a good rinse in warm water.
confirm you’ve washed away any leftover paste before grabbing a clean microfiber cloth and drying the bronze thoroughly.
Tips to Keep Bronze Clean Longer
The Care and Preservation of Historic Brass and Bronze.
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Benson Ford Research Center.
Bronze: Characteristics, Uses, and Problems.
U.S. General Services Administration.
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