If you've already run your pewter piece through the dishwasher, you don't have to worry too much as there are a few methods to restoring its finish. The easiest way to clean your pewter is to hand-wash your pieces in warm, soapy water. Stand them upright to reduce the risk of warpin...
This is a great paint technique to use on any surface, so if you are looking to add some metal touches to your decor you may want to try this on candle sticks, clock, or even a side table. The options are endless. If you like a different look on for yourpainted pumpkinsconsidered a...
Polished Pewter.The polished pewter finish is shiny and smooth. You really only need to clean this type of pewter a couple of times a year. The best way to clean polished pewter is to use the paste method I described under antique pewter. Remember to not to overpolish – pewter is not ...
Check out our article on cleaning brass, copper and pewter surfaces for more! Descaling copper pipes: dealing with mineral deposits Limescale build-up isn’t usually a problem inside copper pipes; it tends to affect steel pipes. If you do have limescale problems inside your pipes, it...
It ended up being a really pretty pewter, and because it has some dimension to it, it doesn't look so spray painted. Here's a closeup of the hardware after being spray painted. To finish everything, I added a few thrift store finds to the top of the dresser. And whatever the ...
To give your pewter items a refreshed glow, try this homemade, all-green cleaner: Mix 1 teaspoon salt and 1 cup vinegar. Add enough flour to the mixture to make a paste. Apply the paste using a soft cloth and allow itto dry for half an hour. Rinse the piece thoroughly with ...
Rinse and buff for a shiny finish. Mix 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1 tablespoon salt to make a copper cleaner. Wash, rinse, and dry the item after this treatment. A cut lemon dipped in salt will also clean copper. Gold Here's an excellent way to clean gold: Mix 1 teaspoon of ash ...
How to clean copper, brass and pewter Copper has made a huge comeback in recent years. Along with brass and pewter, it can look fantastic when shiny, but dulls down over time. There are commercial copper cleaners around, but other options can yield results. ...
When you remove the coins and wipe them with a cloth or paper towel, they should look shiny. Does Brasso clean copper? Brasso works on brass, copper, chrome, bronze, stainless steel, pewter, and aluminum. It'sa cleaner, polish and protection solution inone, for when you need to buff up...
shape and design, but it’s done differently than Die Cast Medals. Spin Cast Medals are made by pouring molten zinc alloy (or pewter, if desired) into a rubber mold; centrifugal force is then used to fill the design cavity of the mold, and as it continues to spin the material solid...