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Posted By: Cal Posted Date: Oct 10, 2007 (06:40 PM) |
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Message Jan, Do not polish, anything cleans bronze would scratch enamels. Sometimes pitted enamels have been filled with wax after maker's final polish. If present, could see with magnifying glass in strong light. If see no such treatment or repairs, could wash in soft plastic tub with thick towel in bottom and sides, water exactly air temperature, very mild soap not detergent. Rub only very lightly with fingers if there is grime. Not soak more than 2-3 minutes in case enamels not adhering well within wires, don't want moisture under enamel. Rinse water same temperature. Dry by blotting not rubbing, let to complete air drying. Use no solvents, sprays, vinegar, etc. Enamels very sensitive to fast temperature change. Metal and enamel expand different rates in fast change temperature, so water continuity temperature very important to not damage. Enjoy and good luck, Cal Post a Response |
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