Re: Chrome polish

Posted by Joe Santana On 2011/5/11 19:28:42

CHROMIUM PLATING: The ability of chromium to withstand exposure has created the impression that it requires no service attention, Actually the finest chromium plating is subject to deterioration if neglected.

Among the more common elements that attack chromium plating are;
sulphur dioxide present in the air, especially in large industrial centers, calcium chloride used on city streets to melt ice and on dirt roads to prevent dust, also the salt air of coastal territories. When plating is scratched or scuffed to the base metal, ordinary moisture becomes a damaging agent. Rust, originating at the root of a scratch, will continue to spread underneath the plating unless attended to when it first appears.

Chromium plating is very easy to clean and frequent cleaning is all that is necessary to keep it in first-class condition. First, go over all placed surfaces with a clean cloth moistened with KEROSENE, follow this with a clean cloth wet with clear WATER and then rub dry with a soft clean cloth. The rough treatment given car bumpers is apt to damage the plating. Should rust appear, use a mild scouring compound to remove every trace of rust and prevent further oxidation by applying a coat of wax, varnish or clear lacquer over the damaged area.

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