Work one section at a time since the transformation is almost instant. To lessen the aged effect – rub steel wool over the brass while it is still wet. eBay makes it easy and cost-friendly to obtain brass bedroom furnishings for your vintage design with the variety of brass beds and other pieces for your cozy bedroom. I recently learned how to age brass…you know the bright shiny yellow brass and turn it into aged brass in 5 minutes. googletag.defineSlot('/107373944/InMyOwnStyle_Native', [[300, 250], [500, 250], [500, 350]], 'div-gpt-ad-1414094061888-0').addService(googletag.pubads()); I’ve just bought a jacket that has very bright poppers on it. Use 1 tbsp. 2. The faux antique brass finish is easily achieved using only two products from the Fusion Metallics line. Looks like a great way to fix the problem before we are ready to re-do each room. :), What a great idea!! If you make it too light, just add more Brass Ager. Thanks! I poured it in a plastic container to soak the drawer pulls in. I don’t like the look of the Ager. 5. Thank you for posting this diy. Messing with the old brass patina will devalue a piece considerably. The list seems to go on and on. thanks for the informational tutorial. Add Nostalgic Charm to Your Vintage Decor With an Antique Brass Bed Set. Using a salt and vinegar rub is the simplest and cheapest way to rough up your brass. Shiny brass gets an uneven, darkened patina with a naturally vintage look. Get my latest posts, insider tips and more by email. Acetone is acetone, so yes you can use nail polish remover if the formula is 100% acetone. Thanks, I bought it online at House of Antique Hardware. For this sideboard I painted, I wanted to add aged brass drawer and label pulls, but the un-lacquered pulls I wanted we’re on backorder until mid July. The second method, uses water and a few household products. Dip the item into boiling water and let it boil for a few seconds. Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com, I LOVE these! This might be a good solution and I won’t have to worry about it wearing off like I would with spray paint. This paint technique can be replicated on so many items: furniture hardware, lamps, light fixtures, decorative accessories and more! I included a link to my pin from yesterday to today’s post. And don't worry, no spam and you can unsubscribe anytime. The picture of the lacquer being removed looked like my nails when I remove a Shellac manicure ;). I also have a post on how I updated shiny brass lamps using another technique. I just love it. Thanks! Antique Brass enables you to impart a beautiful Antique Brass finish on Steel or Iron. Hi Sue – Yes you will be able to apply the Brass Ager with a rag. Place it next to your kitchen sink so that as soon as you start to see the finish get all gummy, you can rinse it off under water. 2. I printed out the names for each on white card stock. I do prefer the aged look, too. It only takes a minute. Antique brass is a term used to describe a finish that may appear on any metal item, most often a decorative household item. If there are spots that are not shaded to your liking, scrub with steel wool and reapply. The next step is to make the labels for the drawer pulls. Once it is off, wash the chalice and then polish. Brush on a coat of white vinegar, let sit for two hours. Thank you!!!! They have stayed the same color. Hi Vincent – Use acetone or nail polish remover to remove the lacquer. Watch for a paler tone, which indicates that the spot is free of lacquer. If you want to make brass look like nickel or silver-toned, you can find out how I did it in this post: Filed Under: Decorating Tips and Tricks, DIY & Crafts, Furniture Makeovers. Hard-Boiled Egg Hard boil an egg. 1. I have bright brass bead caps I would like to age. Though Antique Brass stems from the Victorian Era, its high-gloss finish gives it a touch of the modern world. I didn’t know they made a product for aging brass. Here’s what you need to know about choosing, installing, and living with a tankless water heater. Duh! Thank you for posting this! I set the font to Engravers MT -size to 22 pts. We are manufacturer of copper bath tubs and want to do the finish of antique brass on the outer surface; please help me to tell us the process. I will be subscribing to your blog. Make sure that you fill the container with enough. Remove when you like the aging effect. I would like to tone it down a bit before putting the house on the market for sale. I’d like to know how long it might take for an un-lacquered brass object (a saxophone in my case) to tarnish. I have a link in the post under supplies – here it is: http://www.houseofantiquehardware.com/brass-darkening-aging-solution?sc=13&category=145. I like brass. Some other metals look similar to brass, but will respond differently to these aging methods. Lightly sand the piece with “ooo” steel wool. Debbie :), My son recently used some of this stuff, I’ve had laying around for 15 years plus, and it worked great on copper pipes he was trying to tarnish! I have shiny brass door knobs and hinges all through out my house. I traced around the rectangular part of the pull to figure out the size I would need. It did not show up in the comment stream. If the piece you want to age is plated with real brass then the Brass Ager will work. Thanks so much for your quick reply, Diane! We are buying a home that has a ton of shiny brass… bathroom, door handles, and around the fireplace. Clean off any lacquer with nail polish remover or paint stripper and steel wool. Below, this ring on the left is factory-finished in antique brass. I have a very large curio all shiny brass and glass. Acetone and brass ager acids are TERRIBLE for the ocean and rivers. I am interested to see if it works on these items. :-). have a 100 year old writing desk , handles were polished up by someone. Brush the liquid on the dry metal. 3. I think for around $10, it’s worth a try so I’ll let you know if/when I get to trying it, too! The acidity causes the brass ⦠I can find it, even on line would be ok If not, I will attempt your sandpaper method. Tape off wires or wrap them in plastic ahead of time. Determine if the brass you want to age has lacquer on it. Wait for a reaction. A little goes a long way so use it very sparingly. We have shined brass bathroom faucets and shower door trim. I have the builder grade brass door knobs and I would really love to age them like this rather than try to spray paint them — do you think this would work to wipe on doorknobs so I wouldn’t have to remove each one? I pinned yesterday’s post and will do the same with today’s post. I even tried to leave a towel soaked in ager on the lamp and still it is bright as ever. I prefer the deep tones and dirty patination of antique brass over the yellow hues and perfect sheen of polished brass though I ⦠Wear protective gloves and eyewear while working with paint stripper. If the piece is truly brass plated, then it would work on the plating, but you would still need to take the lacquer finish off first. This is so helpful! I tried this with two swing arm wall sconces, thinking if you could do it on a fireplace surround that you could do it on those. If you remove too much – re-dip in Brass Ager and repeat rubbing with steel wool until you get the desired amount of aging. Thanks. If you want to seal them, it can’t hurt to use a spray lacquer over them. Hi Raquel – Yes, the question was answered, but I replied to Phyllis directly via email. The Antique Brass finish closely resembles the look of natural brass and has a warm look due to its brown and golden tones. Or, is there a way to do that without first doing the process you’ve explained for changing shiny brass to darker brass? Antique brass finishes or new products that exhibit an aged brass appearance are also very different. I’ve gotta try this ;) Remove any lacquer or varnish using the acetone (nail polish remover) then clean the piece. To remove discoloration, use a polish designed specifically for brass. But when the dust (and fiberglass) settles, you'll enjoy a fatter bank account and more comfortable indoor temps year-round. Copyright © 2020 This Old House Ventures, LLC. Hi Jan – I added the directions to the post on how to turn the brass into a greenish verdigris. After 1 to 2 hours, wipe the stripper off the brass with a damp rag, rinsing where possible. Gonna do this! Thanks so much for directing me to this page, Diane–never would have found it!! Do you think I could use the technique you just described above to age brass floor lamp? I know itâs hard to believe that these two colors, Bronze and Pale Gold, mix together to create antique brass, but they do. LOL! After removing the lacquer if there any, use a soft cloth to cover the brass with the brass ager. I would like to polish the church chalice but my problem is there is a thin layer of clear coating on the gold plated surface. Hi Amy – The only reason I can think that the brass ager is not working is the lamps are not brass. Mix 16 ounces hydrogen peroxide, 2 ounces of white vinegar, and 1/2 tablespoon salt. Thanks for taking the time to share it. I would have a bucket of water ready to rinse both products off the surface quickly when you see the lacquer getting gummy and the Brass Ager when the brass achieves the color you desire. Mix one part salt into three parts vinegar and apply to the brass with a paintbrush. Can you suggest how I would age a large piece of brass? They did however have bright brass in stock. Some homeowners with older houses insist on keeping the original patina on all their metal hardware. Continue until the desired look is achieved; let polish dry. Here’s how we flooded our coastal Idea House with an abundance of natural light and fresh air. This article about collecting vintage brass items is an exclusive excerpt from the Antique Trader Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide, which is available from KrauseBooks.com. I have an antique walnut sideboard that someone replaced the drawer pulls with very bright, brass ones. Step 4 Apply The Darkener Photo by Lisa Shin. All rights reserved. Malt, white wine or cider vinegar all work well. Thanks so much for your great recommendation of Brass Ager. Learn how your comment data is processed. Hi Mary – You could try using a product called Rub N’Buff. I had the paint leftover from projects for my daughters and around the holidays used some of it to paint a bench. Brass is actually an alloy, or combination, of metals. at House of Antique Hardware. I bought the brass pulls, here. Little Bit from http://www.DecorateWithaLittleBit.com. With a large piece, I would do it outside and have a hose handy. I think the Antique Brass may be a color you may like, but there are other colors to choose from. Far too expensive to actually replace them all. Any soggestions ? Hi Valerie – Happy to see you found them, but I will put a link in the post. However, at Kennedy Hardware it was only $3.45 (8 oz.). I have a similar question as the commenter above — would this work on brass plating? We all like to save $$$ Happy weekend! You can tell the difference with the help of a magnet. If there's no attraction, then the piece is solid brass. Is it possible to accomplish a project like this while keeping the shower surround and faucets in place? Antique Brass finish . Now that I have the desired color, should I spray with a flat toned lacquer to preserve them? Careful mixing hydrogen peroxide with vinegar, it makes peracetic acid, which is nasty stuff to breathe or touch. Make sure the object is brass. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. On the bottle, it says to pour what you were using back into the bottle for re-use. The first and most important task is to thoroughly clean the brass. ⦠To lessen the effect use super smooth sandpaper or steel wool to remove some of it if it gets too dark. Thanks. Thanks, Lise M [last name deleted for privacy by Editor] - Aurora, Ontario, Canada Icicles may be pretty but they can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up into your house. Wipe with a dry rag to remove any debris. You are so valuable to me. Place the egg in a small saucepan and cover it with 1 inch (2.5 ⦠Is the acetone the same kind as is in regular nail polish remover? of salt for each cup of vinegar. Oh, I just love the change…. Polish the Brass Regularly. 3. you cant soak a table over night. The experts at This Old House explains how to choose the best gas fireplace for your home and how much it’ll cost. googletag.cmd.push(function() { To see the full post on how I made over this sideboard, you will find it here, Furniture Before & After Makeover in Turquoise. Wear safety googles and rubber gloves when aging brass or any metal. My fireplace has a very shiny, builder-grade cover on it and I think I might like it if it didn’t look so shiny and cheap. Wipe with a dry rag to remove any debris. Required fields are marked *. I have read you ideas for brass drawer pulls etc…. Dianne, I am obsessed with your dresser redo, and couldn’t wait to see how you aged that brass! I collect old brass, there’s something I love about it! Trying to find this brass ager in Montreal , no luck. It is just the way my brain is wired. Would it be possible to do a fireplace surround? Using my word processor, I printed out the names for each label. Thanks for the tip. Both brass and copper will acquire a greenish-blue patina with age and oxidation, which can make proper identification of an antique piece difficult. I think I would have just sprayed them with a bronze spray paint, but that’s a whole different look. It might take a little longer than dipping, but once you see the color start to change, wash it of with a hose and dry. Hi Karen – The Brass Ager is a pretty cool product. I recently found them cheaper on Amazon: Brass Label Holder Pulls. Then placed both into the drawer pull. I am hoping it will go very flat and look like a much older instrument. I have also included a way to age brass so it takes on a verdigris color. But I’m not sure how long this may take, or even if it will happen at all. Below are two methods to age brass. Hi Cindy – Thanks for the pins XO. But then too, I can’t think of anything you have taught me (us) that I don’t love and want to copy. Wash hardware in warm soapy water. I don’t mind bright brass, but for the sideboard, I didn’t want the pulls to be too shiny. I don’t completely mind the brass, I just really dislike the super shiny brass. The bathroom shower doors are brass. I can’t imagine dipping it into a big enough tub nor having enough ‘aging’ solution to fill the tub. I will have to try it out. Yes, it's a messy job. Rich brown hues and golden undertones in a warm, welcoming appearance. I favor the gold finish over silver or bronze. I can’t hang the caps over vinigar and can’t apply liquor to them they must be soaked or dipped. Scrub the brass with fine steel wool to remove any remaining coating. If it starts to look like this… it has lacquer on it. I can't add 2+2 to save my life, but I can help you decorate your home in a style that you will love...YOURS! You will learn how to do this in Step 1 in the tutorial below. Instructions for Cleaning Old Brass. 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