How do you clean badly tarnished cymbals?

Yes, WD40 can help with cleaning some rust and grime from the cymbals. When you spray it, let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes, and wipe it with a soft tissue.

Is Bar Keepers Friend safe for cymbals?

BKF or Brasso is all I use on cymbals. I’ll rub a little on, just hard enough to work it down into the grooves. Let it dry, and then a warm water rinse with a soft paintbrush after a quick spritz with Harley Davidson S-100 gets the residue out of the grooves and brings up the shine with almost no rubbing.

Can you use Brasso on cymbals?

Although it will really make your cymbal shine, Brasso was not made for the specific cleansing of cymbals, so it will take the logos off of your cymbals. This can be avoided substituting Brasso with soap and water to clean areas of the cymbal with logos.

Do clean cymbals sound better?

Before you actually start cleaning, you should consider how you like your cymbals to sound – because yes, cleaning a cymbal can have an effect on it. A cymbal that’s either brand new or has been cleaned is going to sound brighter than one that’s seen a lot of use (and hasn’t been cleaned regularly).

Can you clean cymbals with Windex?

Windex and other non-ammonia glass cleaners are by far the safest household cleaners for drum kits. You should also never use Windex on your cymbals as this will damage their sound which you can learn more about in our similar article, How to Clean High Hats Without Ruining Them.

Can you use Tarn X on sterling silver?

Tarn-X will clean sterling silver, silver plate, platinum, copper, gold and even diamonds. Do not use Tarn-X on poorly plated silver, silver that has scratched or marred surfaces or any item that is not in good condition. Do not mix gold and silver items together when cleaning with Tarn-X.

Can I use Tarn-X on brass?

We do not recommend using Tarn-X on brass. The active ingredients in Tarn-X are not compatible with the components of brass (copper and zinc). We recommend using only those products specifically formulated to be safe on brass.

What items should not be used with Tarn-X?

How do you use Tarn-X tarnish remover?

No rubbing and scrubbing, Tarn-X allows you to enjoy the beauty of your precious metals all year. Always spot test in an inconspicuous area first. Wear household gloves. Clean object first by washing in warm soapy water and drying completely. Dip cotton ball or soft cloth in Tarn-X Tarnish Remover and wipe on tarnished areas.