Brass jewelry, cookware, or home décor requires special care to keep it clean from tarnish and maintain its shine or patina. Brass becomes tarnished when exposed to air and moisture, and over time, ...

Brass brings a warm, burnished glow to household items, ranging from switch plates and door knockers to bathroom fixtures, furniture, and even kitchen utensils. A strong and corrosion-resistant metal, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In terms of popularity, brass is the queen bee of metals when it comes to decorating our homes. It ...

Brass typically comes in two different forms: lacquered and unlacquered. While the brass itself is no different, lacquered brass is finished with a protective coating to prevent tarnishing.

There’s no shortage of commercial silver-cleaning products on the market these days. Those that I’ve tested generally do the job, but they’re messy, contain harsh chemicals and, if that’s not bad ...

There's no shortage of commercial silver-cleaning products on the market these days. Those that I've tested generally do the job, but they're messy, contain harsh chemicals and, if that's not bad ...

Dear James: My master bathroom has some beautiful antique brass fixtures that have gotten tarnished over the years. What is the best way to clean them and maintain them tarnish-free? -- Shari R. Dear ...

It's possible to restore tarnished brass to like-new condition, but you have to keep a couple of things in mind. For starters, you'll want to be careful not to use coarse abrasives or harsh chemicals ...