How Do You Clean Antique Kerosene Lamps?
Flea-market finds sometimes turn out to be valuable antiques. Even if they’re not, a good cleaning removes decades of waxy residue from old kerosene and built-up soot. Here’s how to make that luscious find look special again. Empty any old kerosene in the bottom of the reservoir, also known as the font, and discard it according to your local hazardous-waste laws. Put a generous squirt of detergent in the reservoir and fill it with almost-boiling water. After allowing the hot water and detergent to sit for half an hour, dump it out. Repeat the squirt of detergent and hot water treatment once again. Using the stiff-bristled brush, clean inside the nooks and crannies of the reservoir to remove any remaining waxy residue. Rinse with more hot water and turn upside it down to dry. Disassemble and examine them for any damaged pieces. Lay the pieces together on a piece of paper so none of them get lost. Spray each tarnished piece with the vegetable-oil cooking spray. Polish carefully, using a
