Metal finishers helping each other -- No cost, No registration, No damn popups
(we earn from 'affiliate link' purchases, making the site possible)

Curated with aloha by
Ted Mooney, P.E. RET

finishing.com -- The Home Page of the Finishing Industry

  The authoritative public forum
  for Metal Finishing 1989-2025

Thread 86/81

Brass Oxidation Stain Removal Inquiry

I have a stain I am trying to remove. I brushed up against a brass pipe that had oxidized and now I have green stain all down my white shirt sleeve. Any ideas on how to remove the stain?

Linda G [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
- Louisville, Kentucky
2001
publicly reply to Linda G

We have a product to remove your stain. Drop us an e-mail for details.

Bill Coffie
Warren, Michigan
2001
publicly reply to Bill Coffie

I have a number of small brass candlesticks which have developed black marks. I have tried Brasso and the like, tried gently using Brillo pad or wire wool without result. Any assistance would I be would be grateful

John O'Leary
hobbyist - UK
July 25, 2008
publicly reply to John O'Leary

(No "dead threads" here! If this page isn't currently on the Hotline your Q, A, or Comment will restore it)

Q, A, or Comment on THIS thread -or- Start a NEW Thread

Disclaimer: It's not possible to fully diagnose a finishing problem or the hazards of an operation via these pages. All information presented is for general reference and does not represent a professional opinion nor the policy of an author's employer. The internet is largely anonymous & unvetted; some names may be fictitious and some recommendations might be harmful.

If you are seeking a product or service related to metal finishing, please check these Directories: