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IS IT POSSIBLE TO CREATE AN “ANTIQUE” FINISH ON DECORATIVE ZINC & PEWTER CASTINGS?

April 26, 2017Antique Castings create decorative finish pewter possible zinc

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IS IT POSSIBLE TO CREATE AN “ANTIQUE” FINISH ON DECORATIVE ZINC & PEWTER CASTINGS?

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Yes. Mildly acidic concentrates are used for darkening zinc or pewter and tin/lead castings to achieve and “antique” appearance. They may be applied by a swab-on process or immersion of parts. Polish or burnish after dipping to highlight specific areas with our Satin Finish Nylon Buff.