How to Restore a Bronze Finish is a Home Guides article by Bob Vila.

Bronze is made from copper and tin.It gives an attractive finish to plaques, faucets, light fixture and decorative elements.Bronze has a large amount of copper and oxidizes over time.A mild corrosive element may be provided by the oils on your hands.It is possible to restore your bronze back to its original finish if it has aged.

Bronze is made from copper and tin.It gives an attractive finish to plaques, faucets, light fixture and decorative elements.Bronze has a large amount of copper and oxidizes over time.A mild corrosive element may be provided by the oils on your hands.It is possible to restore your bronze back to its original finish if it has aged.

Before handling the bronze, put on cotton gloves.This will keep the metal out of your fingers.Gloves should be worn when handling the metal to prevent it from corroding.

Dust can be removed from the bronze by wiping a soft cloth over it.Before the finish can be restored, the bronze needs to be dust free.

Rub mineral spirits on the bronze to remove grease.Rub the entire surface with a soft cloth.If you want to get into any crevices, Wrap a toothpick in a small section of the cloth.The surface should be wiped dry.

To make a thick paste, mix powdered chalk and denatured alcohol.Rub the paste on the bronze with a clean cloth.Mild corrosion can be removed by polishing the surface of the metal.Rub the paste into the bronze.Depending on the level of oxidation on bronze, you may need to use several applications.

Dry the metal with a clean cloth after wiping off the remaining paste.Use a soft cloth to rub metal wax into the surface.The wax helps prevent the bronze from oxidizing in the future.