Restoring inlaid brass on end tables
I was wondering if I could sand the brass smooth and put Rub'n Buff or something similar on the brass instead.
Anyone have ideas on this?
Thanks!
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Janet Pizaro on May 28, 2016Before you use anything section off the the bras with painters tape. Then you can either purchase a can of never dull or a can of brasso polish.They both should work to clean the brass up.Helpful Reply
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William on May 28, 2016See if there is a way they can be removed some way. If not, you'll have to tape them off, like Janet suggests. Once taped off, sand lightly, cutting into the lacquer. You don't need to remove all of it. You just want to remove what is loose. Wipe it down. Then you can apply the finish of your choice.Helpful Reply
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Lori on May 28, 2016Good luck, they are really nice tables.Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on May 29, 2016I have experience! My 100+ yr old home has brass door plates, etc. Tape well around the brass. Then use paint stripper to remove ALL the lacquer. Use paper towel, etc. to remove it after it has done its work so you don't scratch the surface. Then use paint thinner to remove any residue. Then use Peek or a brass polish to make it gleam. Finally spray with a couple of coats of Clear Coat (found in auto sections of hardware stores) as it won't yellow. You will never have to polish again.Helpful Reply
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LindaK on May 30, 2016Hey thanks Marion Nesbitt. I'm going to save this as I have some brass too.Helpful Reply
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Mike on May 30, 2016I think what Marion said is spot on. You need to get all the old coating off first without scratching the brass. Then a polish, I recommend Never Dull. As for after the polishing I am at a loss except for what Marion said, she certainly sounds knowledgeable...Helpful Reply
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