But soon the layer begins to dull and turn yellow which is never a good look.
Lacquer for brass door handles.
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When you ve achieved a high gleam on your brass you can take the steps to apply the lacquer.
For brass pieces that are not attached to anything else lay down a dropcloth.
The best solution is to remove the lacquer so you can polish the brass bits wax them or paint them.
To protect the area around brass fittings such as doorknobs or lighting use painter s tape.
Door handles on backplate.
Bell pulls cranks.
A lacquer coating might keep your brass fixtures nice and shiny for a while.
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You can use a paint on lacquer which can be applied with a paint brush but a polyurethane lacquer will last longer and can usually be found in a spray can format which is optimal for easy application.
Worse still you can t reach the brass itself to give it a good polish so it begins to tarnish.
Square rose door handles.
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Wear protective goggles and breathing gear if you are using a spray lacquer.