![]() ![]() I wonder if the WC one is brown because it is a different brand/metal or because it already had the brown patina before it got installed. The brown one was replaced when I got the boat 4-5 years ago and is a Wilcox Crittenden while the others are Merrimans. I have my cranse iron off right now and of the 4 bronze turnbuckles, 2 are green and crusty, 1 is more in the dark green direction, and one is dark brown. I don't have any horse piss readily available and I was wondering if anyone has any information on this? (Yes, I've heard of Wrights copper cleaner, but haven't found any yet.) I've read in old posts that bronze goes brown in freshwater and green in saltwater, that polishing/buffing might be necessary for a good patina, and that you might be able to get parts to patina with "horse piss". What I wonder is whether there is a way to get your bronze to patina the way you want? I like the dark brown and smooth or dark green and smooth patina, but I usually get the crusty, light green patina. I have noticed that patina comes in several types. To advertise, take a look at WoodenBoat Advertising, or use your Google Adwords account if you want to advertise on the Forum.Įven if I had time to polish my bronze, I have convinced myself I like bronze patina. Selling/self promotion postings are verboten on the Forum. No need to register unless you would like to participate, although some images will only show if you are registered/logged-in.īefore you can post: click the red register link or the register tab, above, right. You'll find answers to the frequently asked questions as well as basic rules. To get WoodenBoat delivered to your door or computer, mobile device of choice, etc, click WB Subscriptions.Ĭheck out the FAQ. Dimensions: All approximate Height 26cm (10) Base diameter 9cm Condition: Where there are. The Forum is a free service, and much like the "free" content on Public Radio, we hope you will support WoodenBoat by subscribing to this fabulous magazine. An absolutely beautiful and rare duo with the perfect patina. 194744928369 and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. 6-1/2 x 14.The Protection Rocket Case includes a thick. Shop for the Open Box Pork Pie Patina Brass snare drum Level 2 14 x 6.5 in. The Big Black snare drum offers outstanding sensitivity, volume and projection. Be sure not to skip this important part or you piece will be left unfinished and will rust.The WoodenBoat Forum is sponsored by WoodenBoat Publications, publisher of WoodenBoat magazine. The Pork Pie Big Black Brass snare drum with tube lugs is a good example of this, with retro-style tube lugs that traverse the depth of the body, and a brass shell with a stunning black chrome finish. If you use oil or WD-40, coat item, let sit about a day or two, then wipe off any existing oil that did not soak into the metal. If you are going to leave it unpainted, be sure to rub the item down well with either motor oil or WD-40, or you can wax and polish it just like a piece of furniture. ![]() ![]() If the brass look you are going for requires only a soft patina, you may want to use a lower heat setting like 400 for your brass. If you are going to paint the item, apply a good rust sealing (preventing) primer first. Start by heating the oven to 450F and laying aluminum foil over a cooking sheet that is large enough to hold your brass item. This will dry any moisture that has seeped into the pores of the metal. Let item sit to air dry, preferrably overnight. Let sit for about 5-10 minutes, then rinse with clean water.ĭry immediately and extremely well. Place directly in a bath of water with baking soda dissolved in it to neutralize the acidity of the vinegar. If it begins to feel like sandpaper.immediately remove it. Once the majority of the rust has dissolved, the metal should begin to feel smoother. You will know if you are beginning to eat into the finish by feeling the surface of the metal. Can be 24 hours to 72 hours There is sure to be a layer of protective finish that the manufacturer had applied to the metal, you don't want to remove this if you can help it. The time will depend on how much of the patina that is under the rust you want removed. This is the reason that brass bathroom fixtures( common door handles) are often chrome plated.wher ammonia may be present from urine ( urea decomposition). The rust dissolves.no scrubbing involved. Step 2 Measure your binding medium into a cup. If in doubt, mix a small amount to begin with you can easily mix more. The amount you will need will depend on the size of your project. It's up to you.įor the cast iron and other rusted steel/iron.soak them in vinegar. Step 1 Measure out the powder into a cup. You can choose to remove just enough as to leave the beautiful aged patina or clean in right down to the metal. Pork Pie PP6514BB Big Black Brass 6.5x14' Snare Drum with Tube Lugs 2010s - Black Nickel Over Brass. When I do, this works extremely well and very easy to do. ![]()
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