Cleaning Antique Copper and Bronze

Cleaning antiques is a serious task. It should be done carefully so as not to damage the material. Antiques are often created to look ‘old’, and altering that look will change its true value. The accumulation of dirt, dust, and other unwanted elements can also contribute to its appearance to fade. Use of harsh chemicals in cleaning them is to be avoided. To find out what materials can be used on a certain material, ask house washing Sydney for a professional advice.

Antiques will change its colour over time, but that’s alright because that part of its being ‘antique’. When you clean them, only remove the accumulated dust and dirt. Heavy scrubbing or use of strong chemical solutions is absolutely prohibited.

To clean antiques, you will need only a few things: mild soap, clean water, soft cloth, a dish/bucket. Create your own cleaner by mixing mild soap unto the bucket filled with clean water. Dip the soft cloth into the bucket, and then squeeze out excess water. Use it to wipe down the antique piece. Soft strokes should be used; the direction in which you wipe will not matter much as long as you hit all corners and edges. Gently pour water unto the piece to rinse off wiped down dirt. Then let it air dry, do not leave it under the sun. Make sure that the piece is completely dry before putting it back into place.

It is strictly forbidden to apply special coatings on any antique piece, unless if a professional who has intensive knowledge about antiques advices to do so. Their colour and appearance will eventually fade slowly because of oxidation, but that’s the whole point of antiques. They weren’t made to maintain their appearance, they were made to last as long as they can.

Antiques don’t really need to be cleaned that often. Simply dusting them off is enough to give them a clean-up. If it isn’t really that awful to look at, then it is best to leave them alone and not touch anything to avoid altering its appearance as a whole.

When you’re in doubt with the cleaning method you are about to use, don’t push through with the task. You always want to be sure when dealing with antiques. If you make a mistake, it will be forever leave a mark on the antique piece. Professionals have are experience in this kinds of matters, which is why you should leave it up to them. Try house washing Sydney and their home-service.