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GreggC69
11-23-2024, 07:33 AM
The bronze colored metal of our birdcage is dull/faded/weathered. Anyone done anything to refresh the look of theirs that will have a lasting improvement?
ElDiabloJoe
11-23-2024, 09:41 AM
The bronze colored metal of our birdcage is dull/faded/weathered. Anyone done anything to refresh the look of theirs that will have a lasting improvement?
Peter's bubble-wrap segment on a recent Newcomer's YouTube video addressed this. A thorough cleaning, and then the application of a wax (like a car) was his treatment.
villagetinker
11-23-2024, 09:44 AM
The bronze colored metal of our birdcage is dull/faded/weathered. Anyone done anything to refresh the look of theirs that will have a lasting improvement?
This is an anodized product, and I have no idea how to do what you want. I would try calling some of the suppliers like White Aluminum to see if they have a method or product to do this. Be aware that most (if not all) paints do not work well over aluminum.
Spartan86
11-28-2024, 11:06 AM
Based on a post here I picked up LA Totally Awesome cleaner at Dollar General to clean my gutters. It did a great job so I used it on my bronze birdcage frame and screen. Brightened it up somewhat too - the white gutters brightened up considerably, but I brush scrubbed those but not so much with the birdcage. I believe it can remove some of the oxidation layer.
GreggC69
11-28-2024, 04:38 PM
Good tip. Thanks.
JRcorvette
11-29-2024, 09:33 AM
Be careful that the chemical product does not damage the screen mesh!
Spartan86
11-29-2024, 09:35 AM
Be careful that the chemical product does not damage the screen mesh!
You dilute it pretty thoroughly
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