Antique Brass Hardware is popular with most buyers because of the excellent polish, looks and the durability they give to a product. They are currently being used in both the commercial and residential projects. Many buyers prefer them either in wrought iron, or cast iron. Antique brass hardware includes, latches, locks, door bolts, door knobs, keyhole covers, shelf brackets, door hinges, gate hinges, and railings, among many others.
Antique brass hardware needs to taken care of well, if it is to maintain its originality. Polishing should be done by hand if there is need. One can consider modern paste-type polish with micro abrasives. However one should be careful to ensure that the surrounding wood is protected. This can be done by applying wax round the perimeter of this metal or inserting an index between the metal and the wood when polishing is being done. Alternatively, each fitting of this type of metal can be individually removed, polished and then fitted back again with the wood.
The cleaning materials should include a sponge and isopropyl. If the part to be polished is very dirty, one should clean it with a damp sponge and water before the actual polishing is commenced. The metal will look brighter when polished using a yellow cloth which releases the exact amount of oil on it. Using olive oil for polishing will increase the duration between each polishing as it slows down the tarnishing process.
When properly maintained, antique brass hardware can be something one can boast about. There are many dealers in the Internet who can help one purchase these precious items.
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