Cleaning antique hardware from doors
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Well, you don't want to remove ALL the age of them, I'd say start with a scrub with gentle soap and get any paint off, then use a metal polish to shine up what you want to. Good luck, and be patient!
Are you going to test for lead paint? If it is there do you want to remove it?
Remove the doorknobs and soak them in some vinegar overnight to clean them up
Metal ( I dont know what kind) approx 100 years old
If it's rust you want off metal, I agree with Shoshana. Vinegar soak overnight. If you want some still on the metal and it takes it off let it sit and air dry. It'll oxidize a bit and cause some new patina/rust. When you're happy with how they look, be sure to dry completely and either seal them with clear spray paint (finish of your choice) or lightly oil them with some WD-40 to prevent more unwanted rusting. I do this with old tools/hardware quite often. I also save the rusty vinegar and use it as a stain for wood projects!
Awesome
thanks