Always remove the fixture from the wall before cleaning.
Brass lighting fixtures have a bold look that creates a dramatic statement in your home. The advantage to using brass over another type of material is that the brass fits equally well with a modern-style home or one filled with antiques. Exposure to the air causes a common problem referred to as tarnishing. Tarnishing causes the brass to take on a dull appearance and develop a dark appearance. Refinishing the brass with rubbing oil restores the lighting fixture, but you must also clean the brass.
Instructions
1. Unscrew any light bulbs from inside the fixture, and set them in a safe place. Remove the fixture from the wall, and take out any glass panels or other non-brass features of the light.
2. Add a few drops of mild dish soap to a plastic bucket, and fill it with warm water. Submerge the brass lighting fixture in the water, and lightly rub the soapy solution onto the brass with your hands. Rinse the lighting fixture carefully with fresh water, and pat dry with a soft towel.
3. Pour the vinegar and salt in a small bowl and stir until well combined. Add a few drops of citrus oil, if you like the light scent. Add the flour, 1 tsp. at a time, until the mixture forms a thick paste . Rub the paste onto all brass areas of the , and wait for the paste to form a thick crust on the brass. It may take up to an hour for the paste to completely dry. Rinse with fresh water, and rub off the paste, then pat dry.
4. Place a small amount of regular olive oil on a lint-free cloth. Rub the oil onto the brass lighting fixture, using a circular motion. Apply a thin and even coating of the oil to the brass, rubbing the oil onto the brass areas.
5. Wipe the brass lighting fixture down with a second lint-free cloth. Use the same circular motion, and wipe off any traces of the oil. The oil gives the brass a bright shine that makes it look new again.
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