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Hi all, 

I'm getting this plate pictured below ready for refinishing.  What are your favorite methods/solutions for getting all the old gunk off?

Thanks!

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Tim Foster
New Oxford PA
(470) 231-6074
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A metal brush will leave marks. Clean with gray ScotchBrite and diluted Simple Green.

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Regards,

Jon Page
mailto:jonpage@comcast.net
http://www.pianocapecod.com
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-30-2022 19:38
From: Wim Blees
Subject: Favorite cleaning method for plate

I've used Simply Green with good success. You will need a steel brush and lots of elbow grease. 

Simple green is fine.  I have always used what ever dish washing detergent that was at hand with good results (Dawn?).  An ammonia containg solution might get into more of the grease or oily materials better, strong enough and it will strip off the finish (ammonia dissolves shellac).

I don't finish plates, but you do need to fill and sand any chips and scratches before spraying.  Your finished product will only be as good as your prep!

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Blaine Hebert RPT
Duarte CA
(626) 795-5170
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Les Koltvedt
Marietta GA
lkpianos@gmail.com
https://www.lkpianos.com
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-31-2022 00:42
From: Blaine Hebert
Subject: Favorite cleaning method for plate

Simple green is fine.  I have always used what ever dish washing detergent that was at hand with good results (Dawn?).  An ammonia containg solution might get into more of the grease or oily materials better, strong enough and it will strip off the finish (ammonia dissolves shellac).

I don't finish plates, but you do need to fill and sand any chips and scratches before spraying.  Your finished product will only be as good as your prep!

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Blaine Hebert RPT
Duarte CA
(626) 795-5170
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