How to Clean a Bronze Sculpture
- 1). Brush the sculpture with a nylon brush or toothbrush to eliminate any dirt that may be stuck to it.
- 2). Use the brush attachment of the vacuum cleaner to remove any residual loose dirt or dust particles.
- 3). Fill a container with warm water, and add enough bleach-free dish soap to make it sudsy.
- 4). Wash the sculpture with a clean cloth dipped in the soapy water. Use a toothbrush to get into hard-to-reach areas.
- 5). Rinse the sculpture with clean water. You can rinse an outdoor sculpture with a garden hose. You can rinse an indoor sculpture in the sink.
- 6). Dry the sculpture with a soft, clean, dry towel to remove any excess moisture.
- 7). Apply a coat of wax to the sculpture once it is dry. This is best done on a warm sunny day so the sculpture can sit outside and absorb the wax. Use a brand of wax that is made for bronze. Carnauba or beeswax are good choices.
- 8). Allow the sculpture to sit for at least an hour before buffing it with a soft clean cloth.
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