Brass Garniture Restoration
The garniture shown in the picture is in the as acquired state. Typically the wooden plinth was neglected and the brass polished over the years with a polish that left unsightly residue in the cracks fissures and decoration.The brass part was left to soak in warm water to soften the polish residue. A soft brush and toothbrush was used to tease away the polish residue. When the offending residue was removed the complete item was washed in weak Vulpex liquid soap mixture, care being taken not to soak the wooden base. The item was then rinsed in warm water and left to dry.
Next the brass components were polished several times with EasyShine Brass & Copper metal polish until the desired surface finish was achieved. Any polish that contacted the wooden plinth was carefully removed with an aborbant paper towel.
The wooden base was treated with several thin layers of 
Renaissance wax.
Renaissance wax. Whether or not to polish an antique metal is a matter of personal choice. Antiques, because they are old do not have to be dirty. The correct use of modern technology has given rise to modern metal polishes that reduce the frequency of polishing, thus making it easier to keep these items in good condition.
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