Zinc can be used to make a wide range of items.There are many ways to clean these objects.Lemon juice, toothpaste, and baking soda are some of the most popular ways to clean zinc.If you are going for a look that is not desirable, consider using acidic substances, like lemon juice and vinegar, to remove the patina on your zinc objects.
Step 1: An old rag or cloth can be used.
If you want to clean your zinc objects, use an old rag or cloth.You don't want to use a new cloth because it could get ruined.If you don't have a used rag or cloth, you can make one by cutting up an old t-shirt or piece of clothing.
Step 2: If you want to clean your zinc, choose a lemon or vinegar.
Lemon juice or vinegar can be used to clean zinc objects.You will need one or two lemons cut in half to make lemon juice.Use plain, white vinegar if you want to use it.
Step 3: You can choose between toothpaste or baking soda paste.
If you want to keep the patina intact, use solutions that are less acidic, like toothpaste or baking soda.Arm & Hammer, Colgate, or Aquafresh are all toothpastes that will work if you choose to use them.If you want to make a baking soda paste for smaller objects, use a small amount to a large amount.Gradually mix in water.Gradually mix in the water.Add a few drops of water, mix, and then gradually add more water until you have a paste.
Step 4: An old toothbrush can be used.
Use a toothbrush that you can discard when cleaning hard to reach areas.It can be an old toothbrush that you don't use or one you are willing to replace.You can reuse the toothbrush if you store it with your cleaning supplies.
Step 5: You can put the item on a cloth or a paper towel.
If the item is large, place it on a paper towel or cloth.If the item is small, put it on a paper towel.Place the larger item on a larger cloth or rag.
Step 6: Rub the zinc object with a cleaning agent.
Use your cleaning agent of choice to moisten a paper towel or cloth.Rub your cloth over the object.Some areas of the object are dirtier than others.Rub more of the cleaning agent on the dirtier areas.Rub the lemon wedge over your zinc object if you are using a lemon as a cleaning agent.
Step 7: Use a toothbrush to clean.
If there are small areas on the object, you can use a toothbrush dipped in your cleaning solution to clean them.The smaller areas will be reached by the toothbrush's bristles.
Step 8: Dry with a paper towel or cloth.
You can clean the object with a paper towel or cloth after removing dirt and spots.Rub the surface area with a cloth or paper towel.Rub off the cleaning solution.Don't use too much water.Remove the cleaning solution and pat dry.
Step 9: A polishing cloth can be used.
If you want to polish your zinc objects, use a specially made cloth.You can buy polishing cloths from your local crafts store.A polishing cloth is used for smaller zinc objects.
Step 10: You can use a metal wadding polish.
Your zinc objects can be polished using a metal wadding polish.Rub the object with the wadding polish in a circular motion.After polishing, don't handle the object in the air.You can buy a metal wadding polish at a hardware store or a crafts store.Before polishing the whole object, be sure to check the effect of the metal wadding polish on an area.
Step 11: You can use a clean cloth.
It's a good idea to use a clean cloth for outdoor objects.Light cleaning and polishing is what these objects need.After rinsing these objects with water, gently rub them with a toothbrush, and then dry them off on a clean cloth.