How to Polish Brass

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Watch more Housekeeping Tips videos: http://www.howcast.com/videos/165304-... • Brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, is prone to tarnishing—but whether it's a brass lamp or a brass monkey, with the right technique it's a cinch to polish. • Step 1: Make sure brass isn't lacquered • Make sure your brass isn't lacquered by checking for any discoloration where the lacquer has chipped—or by consulting a professional. You should not polish lacquered brass. • Step 2: Wash brass • Wash the brass, using mild soapy water and one of the cloths. • Step 3: Put on cotton gloves • Put on your cotton gloves to protect your fingers from the polish and the brass from the natural oils in your skin. • Step 4: Dry brass completely • Dry the brass completely with a clean, dry cloth. • Step 5: Apply polish • Apply polish to another cloth and polish the entire item. • Tip • Use a toothbrush or small cotton swab to get to hard-to-reach areas. • Step 6: Buff brass dry • Buff the brass dry with a clean dry cloth and admire your shiny, shiny brass. • Did You Know? • The slang term brass monkey seems to have originated in 1857 with the phrase It would freeze the tail off a brass monkey.

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