Antiquing polished brass
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I have several polished brass lamps in my living room. I've no idea if they are true brass. (Doubtful.) I'd like to make them darker, more antiqued looking. Any ideas on how to do this?
5 answers
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to tell if they are Brass-use a magnet. Brass is NOT magnetic.
Sherree Keene
on Dec 23, 2013
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For an antique look, you could spray paint it with black, leave on for a few minutes & wipe off before it dries. Not too hard - the paint should remain in the grooves & "cracks" & a film of it over the surface.
Jeanne Clark
on Dec 23, 2013
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There are several products that do this. It's been awhile since I used any, but if you google "brass antiquing solution" or "brass aging solution" you will see several brands and also an article or two on how to do it. Also, West Salem in just a few miles from us! We are in Olney, small world.
D Lawless Hardware
on Dec 23, 2013
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Magnets won't work on Brass. I have used vinegar to change the color of the Brass. Ifit is not Brass, then those solutions won't work, also Brass won't get rusty.
Retro Steam Works
on Dec 23, 2013
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Hard-boiled eggs in a plastic bag ages brass very nicely. Keep checking periodically to get the age you want. (Need to slice them up into smaller pieces exposing the yolk).
Lori Dunkel
on Dec 23, 2013
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