Hi Carol! What kind of metal are you cleaning? A little warm vinegar and 0000 grit steel wool will clean brass nicely and make it look brand new!

Try this: https://www.hometalk.com/31532342/how-to-clean-your-oven-with-baking-soda-vinegar

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR OVEN WITH BAKING SODA & VINEGAR!

Wipe first with soapy water then spray with warm white vinegar to dampen. Then sprinkle with baking soda. Rinse with a sponge, add baking soda as needed to scrub area. Rinse well with warm water. Dry with a soft cloth.

I use this method to clean old paint and varnish from furniture hardware. Remove the hardware and put it in an old pot on the stove. Add a tablespoon on baking soda and simmer for 30 minutes and all the paint and dirt just wipes off.

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1. Hi Carol, hope this helps you clean your metal using vinegar and baking soda. Remove any loose grime or food from area with soap and water.
2. Spray remaining grime with warm vinegar until damp. ...
3. Sprinkle the grimy area liberally with baking soda. ...
4. Rinse the sponge and add more baking soda as needed. ...
5. Rinse the area well with warm water.
6. Dry area with a soft cloth.

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Hi Carol, hope these give you some guidance for cleaning with vinegar and baking soda, hope it helps you

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