BRASS CARE TIPS

How to use Wright’s Brass Polish
Do not use on lacquered metals, as it may remove lacquer.

  • Shake bottle
  • Apply with a clean, damp cloth
  • Polish thoroughly to remove all tarnish
  • Rinse under warm running water
  • Dry thoroughly with clean, soft cloth
  • If you cannot rinse your brass, let polish dry and buff with a clean, soft cloth
Caution: Contains ammonia. Avoid contact with eyes or prolonged contact with skin. In case of eye contact, flush with water. Call physician. For sensitive skin or prolonged contact, wear rubber gloves.

Brass Care Q&A

Will polishing help preserve my metalware?
Regular washing and polishing with a quality product like Wright’s Brass Polish helps protect from pitting, etching and other corrosion caused by salts and other corrosive elements.

How should I polish lacquered brass?
Lacquer is a clear coating applied to some brass items–such as bathroom fixtures–to minimize upkeep. If the piece remains bright and shiny over time, it is probably lacquered and only requires cleaning with a damp cloth. If the piece darkens over time, it probably is not lacquered and can be polished using Wright’s Brass Polish. Even if a piece is lacquered, the lacquers break down eventually, requiring you to remove the remaining lacquer. Try Wright’s Brass Polish to remove it. If this doesn’t work, try boiling the piece in water first, then polishing it with Wright’s Brass Polish. Note that the brass under the lacquer may only be a thin plating over a base metal; removing the lacquer may also remove the brass layer, so proceed with caution.

What is the environmental impact of your polishes?
All Wright’s products are formulated for low environmental impact. You will find that you need to use only a small amount of our polishes, decreasing the impact even further.

Are your products dangerous? Why are they marked “Keep out of reach of children?”
This is simply a general warning. All cleaning products should be kept away from children, regardless of their ingredients. Wright’s products are not toxic, but they should not be ingested or come in contact with the eyes.

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