How to Clean Brass Bathroom Fixtures

by DoItYourself Staff

Brass bathroom fixtures can add class to any simple bathroom with their gold-like demeanor. However, brass has a tendency to tarnish easily when it comes in contact with air. This article contains some easy ways to clean brass bathroom fixtures.

Regular Cleaning

The key to keeping brass shining is regular cleaning. The use of a damp cloth should work fine but if the stain is adamant, use soapy water and cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners as they can cause damage to brass. Remember to dry the fitting by means of a clean dry cloth.

Lemon and Salt

Rub salt with half a lemon on the fitting and clean using a dry cloth.

Homemade Cleaning Paste

If it is a rather stubborn stain, a homemade mixture of equal parts of flour, vinegar and salt can be used. Mix these ingredients to form a paste and apply on the desired fittings. Allow the paste to stay for a couple of hours. Later, wash it off using distilled water. Make sure to remove any residue as these three agents could corrode brass over time.

Linseed oil

Dirt and grease can be removed by rubbing a moistened cloth with boiled linseed oil.

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