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Do it well. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? Vinegar and salt are great for cleaning copper because acidic vinegar strips oxidized tarnish and the abrasive salt help to remove any of the built-up grime. Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Mrs Clean Corina Wilson is not only the owner of the company, but a very busy mother of 3 children. The amount you need varies. The amount of vinegar depends on how much flour and salt you used. By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies. Don't use these cleaning solutions to clean copper sinks. Agree x 2 Like x 1 Winner x 1.

Please consider making a contribution to wikiHow today. A great way to clean large areas or spot clean is to make a paste. She thoroughly enjoys sharing her valuable information with the readers of her blogs and various social media sites. By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies. If the copper begins to get a silvery look, then stop boiling! I did try googling but seemed pretty mixed response If someone has before and after pic and their method, that would be great! Brasso is an abrasive polish. In a large bowl, combine equal parts flour and salt. Oct 7, Yokosuka, Japan.

Use a soft cloth to wipe any dust off your copper. Dust can get plastered onto copper if it's not wiped off before the polishing process. Like x 3 Agree x 2. My copper mod looks like a piece of pipe from the trash bin I did a post yesterday about getting my first mech, will attach a picture. Method 3 of Don't use these cleaning solutions to clean copper sinks. Does it matter what sort of vinegar I use?

Ketchup is loaded with vinegar and will work fine, with the added benefit of being sicky. However, copper can become dull with time and requires regular polishing. When I was younger I'd polish my aluminum bmx bike with it though, that frame turned into a mirror. Jan 26, Florida. Then, gently pat the copper dry. Like x 3 Agree x 2. An easy way to clean copper in a pinch is to use ketchup. Skeebo , Jul 5, Rub the lemon onto the copper's surface.

Jan 21, Arkansas Ozarks. Co-authored by:. Flt Simulation , Mar 30, Sinks are best cleaned with plain soap and water. You can polish copper fairly easily with household supplies like lemon and flour. When you're done, your copper polish will shine like it's brand new. Did this article help you? When the rag turns black.. To do this, mix 1 TBSP salt, 1-cup vinegar and enough flour to make a thick paste. Rinse with water and use a soft cloth to dry the surface.

Make sure to get rid of any residue. Ru83n , Mar 30, Nov 17, New Orleans La. Add your vinegar. Vinegar and salt are great for cleaning copper because acidic vinegar strips oxidized tarnish and the abrasive salt help to remove any of the built-up grime. Please consider registering and becoming a Supporting Member for an ad-free experience. Oct 30, Up North. Buff the copper's surface with a cloth.

Jan 26, Florida. Rinse with water and use a soft cloth to dry the surface. Co-authors: 3. Jimi D. This color is known as a patina. All rights Reserved. How to polish a copper mech? Add enough vinegar to create a thick, spreadable paste.

Updated: March 29, When the rag turns black.. The amount you need varies. But getting a metal polishing paste would be much cheaper. No wonder you need to clean them frequently. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? Acetic acid vinegar. For mildly tarnished jewelry, you can simply rub down the surface with the lemon.

All rights reserved by Mrs Clean. Follow Us. Always test your cleaning or stain removal treatments in an inconspicuous area first, to ensure colorfastness and suitability. You can also use a commercial polish on copper. Simply applying the paste should polish your copper. Pandas , Mar 29, There are a couple things I can think of which work better rather are a little easier to work with but cost twice as much for only half as much product. Discussion in ' Mech Mods ' started by Tigeercat , Jul 4, We use cookies to make wikiHow great. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account?

After your copper is polished to your liking, rinse off any lingering lemon and salt residue by rinsing your copper with clean, warm water. I always liked using lemon and vinegar too on my copper and brass mechs. Mix one tablespoon of salt and one cup of white vinegar in a pot large enough to hold your copper pot. Discussion in ' Mech Mods ' started by Pandas , Mar 29, If you would like a bright copper finish on the sink, investigate adding a lacquer or wax to the finish after you have cleaned it. E-Cigarette Forum. So lets get started cleaning it! How to polish a copper mech?

Do it for less. Co-authored by:. Like x 1. Did this article help you? Created: 15 November Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 6, times. Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. Feb 16, il. May 25, Cali.

Mothers is the nuts, I haven't used it on a mod yet though. Help would be greatly appreciated, thanks! Feb 17, Hundertwasser. MrPlink , Jul 4, Edit this Article. Use a spoon to apply your paste to the stubborn areas on your copper piece. Mix salt with the lemon until you've formed a thick paste. Apply your paste to the copper. For mildly tarnished jewelry, you can simply rub down the surface with the lemon.

Connect with Mrs Clean! No, create an account now. The costs of running this huge site are paid for by ads. Rub the surface the same way you would rub it with a sponge or cloth. Copper pans, sinks, pennies, jewelry and other coins are exposed to other elements such as skin oil, grease, burned food, and acidic or alkaline spills. I agree that it shouldn't be used regularly since it is abrasive. I always liked using lemon and vinegar too on my copper and brass mechs. Jan 25, Ohio. Having seen a couple at a local vape lounge, I kind of like the patina on a well used copper.

Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. The costs of running this huge site are paid for by ads. Organize your home like an expert Learn how. Categories: Cleaning Copper. If the copper begins to get a silvery look, then stop boiling! For mildly tarnished jewelry, you can simply rub down the surface with the lemon. To polish copper with natural ingredients, sprinkle half a lemon with table salt and rub the lemon lightly on the surface. Jan 25, Ohio.

Mix with a spoon until everything is evenly mixed. Show Ignored Content. Lay delicate copper jewelry on a clean soft cloth. Mordacai , Jul 4, Simply applying the paste should polish your copper. Put the copper item into the pot and fill it with water. Shawn Hoefer , Jul 4, Follow Us. Let the paste sit on for a few minutes.

The metal turns beautiful! It's kind of stuck on there, and I can't use batteries until I figure out how to shorten the mod. Simply applying the paste should polish your copper. I'm wondering, how do I go about polishing a copper mech mod? Like x 3 Agree x 2. Use clean water to rinse off any remaining polish after you're done. So lets get started cleaning it! Dip a cloth in your paste. Add my vote for Mothers.. Mar 27, , TX.

About This Article. I gave up on keeping mine shiny and let it do what it wants to do I agree that it shouldn't be used regularly since it is abrasive. Choose a polish made for copper. It's kind of stuck on there, and I can't use batteries until I figure out how to shorten the mod. Rub the lemon onto the copper's surface. After your copper is polished to your liking, rinse off any lingering lemon and salt residue by rinsing your copper with clean, warm water. Mar 28, New Jersey. Because copper is an alloy, it will change color when exposed to other elements. Like x 1.

Try Cape Cod cloths, or, on the cheap, ketchup but rinse and dry thoroughly after. Like x 1 Useful x 1. So lets get started cleaning it! Apr 13, Capitol District New York. Thanks, ECF team. Did this summary help you? Cut a lemon in half. An easy way to clean copper in a pinch is to use ketchup.

Log in or Sign up. If you want to try a commercial polish, choose one made specifically for copper. Submit a Tip All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published. Do it for less. How do I properly clean copper? I'll look at the polishing rags too. Yes, using ketchup is surprisingly effective because it contains vinegar and salt and the tomato paste in ketchup is also very acidic. You must log in or sign up to reply here. It's kind of stuck on there, and I can't use batteries until I figure out how to shorten the mod. Like x 1.

Make sure to get rid of any residue. In other languages Español: pulir cobre. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? You can polish copper fairly easily with household supplies like lemon and flour. Mix one tablespoon of salt and one cup of white vinegar in a pot large enough to hold your copper pot. Like x 1 Informative x 1. Because copper is an alloy, it will change color when exposed to other elements. I'm wondering, how do I go about polishing a copper mech mod? You do not want copper to stay wet for long, as this can cause rust. The metal turns beautiful!

Organize your home like an expert Learn how. An easy way to clean copper in a pinch is to use ketchup. I agree that it shouldn't be used regularly since it is abrasive. Bang for your buck mothers is very hard to argue with. I'd avoid it. Like x 2. Valuable Cleaning Tips! Mordacai , Jul 4,

Add salt. Dust can get plastered onto copper if it's not wiped off before the polishing process. Like x 1 Agree x 1. Co-authored by:. Apply the paste to tougher areas. Do one thing. Apr 30, Gulf Coast, TX. Like x 1. This article was co-authored by our trained team of editors and researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

When I was younger I'd polish my aluminum bmx bike with it though, that frame turned into a mirror. Use your polishing cloth to buff your polish into your copper. Let the paste sit on for a few minutes. Copper plates, decorations, and jewelry can be a beautiful addition to any home. For the time being, I decided to use ketchup until I have the time to go out and buy something better. She thoroughly enjoys sharing her valuable information with the readers of her blogs and various social media sites. Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. They look brand new again. Thanks for the advice everyone! Shawn Hoefer , Jul 4,

The sink should have a tarnish that is coppery brown. Cleaning with vinegar or whatever your preferred cleaning product is between polishes is a really good idea unless you seek a patina to keep from wearing the metal down quickly. Brasso is an abrasive polish. Help would be greatly appreciated, thanks! May 16, Nov 17, New Orleans La. Show Ignored Content. Cape Cod metal polishing cloths.

By using our site, you agree to our cookie policy. Cleaning products ingredients vary and you should read all labels carefully and follow the manufacturers instructions completely. Dust off the copper. After your copper is polished to your liking, rinse off any lingering lemon and salt residue by rinsing your copper with clean, warm water. Rub the surface the same way you would rub it with a sponge or cloth. Dip an old toothbrush in the cleaning solution and scrub gently in all the cracks and crevasses until the tarnish is removed. Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. Yes, using ketchup is surprisingly effective because it contains vinegar and salt and the tomato paste in ketchup is also very acidic. Let's do this! Jimi D.