Old 12-21-2012, 03:48 PM
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miriam
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Originally Posted by steveh View Post
of course. I'm glad to.

For items that just need the finish "buffed" i would recommend "flitz" i learned about it when i was the assistant mgr at a marie callendars. They used it to polish the copper salad station. It is remarkably safe for humans (in theory)

also, i really suggest folks try the white paste type toothpaste. It is a ultra-mild abrasive and it is really safe to use. (try it on an old penny or jewelry, you'll be amazed.)

the polishing compounds that i currently use are made by formax. Not for regular home use. I wear a full respirator when using it and wash the parts throughout when done.

My armor students always get the "monkey doing a math problem" look when i use it. Folks just cant get over how fast it puts a shine on, even when you are watching it happen.
a ha!!!!!!! I am vindicated - everybody laughed at me when i said i used tooth paste to polish things - works good on old silverware, too - get the kind with baking soda!!!
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