Copper does not rust, but it stains easily and water makes black spots on it. Soot in moist air reacts with the metal to produce a green deposit called ‘verdigris’. Clean off verdigris and dirt by rubbing hard with a paste of powdered chalk and methylated spirits on a soft cloth. Use a fine steel [...]
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Antique Copper And Brass Care
January 28th, 2010 
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Tags: Antique Copper, Antique Furniture, Antique Piece, Brass Care, Buffing Wheel, Copper And Brass, Detergent, Diy Shops, Engravings, Ground Chalk, Metal Polishes, Methylated Spirits, Moist Air, Scouring Powder, Soft Cloth, Soot, Steel Wool, Stubborn Areas, Vegetable Oil, Washing Soda 
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