How Do You Clean Tarnish From Aluminum?
Aluminum that is exposed to the elements can end up tarnished over time, leaving an undesirable appearance that can lead to later corrosion. To combat this problem, the tarnish can be removed with a Brillo pad and some elbow grease. Aluminum foil can then be added to the mix, to bring out a shine that will make your aluminum as bright as it can be. Add a little fiberglass wax, and your tarnished aluminum will sparkle like new. Fill a bucket with warm water. The water will be used to wet your Brillo pad and to rinse your terry cloths. You do not need to add any detergent to the water for this project; the soap from the Brillo pad is all that will be necessary. Wet a Brillo pad until it is soapy, and rub it along the tarnished aluminum object. Keep scrubbing until you see that the tarnish has been removed from the base of the aluminum. You may need to use some muscle power, but the result will be worth it. Remove the excess soap of the Brillo pad from the aluminum with a wet cloth, and t
