I have two old sinks, both made from cast iron, with the typical white finish. They are both 60 years+ and you can tell. How can I restore some of the luster to them, they are faded and scratched from years of use.
2007-01-02 02:02:49 · 7 answers · asked by Woodstock 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
The cheapest way is to get a product called Bar Keepers Friend. Using this and lots of elbow grease, you can get those black marks off that sometimes look like scratches, and get them to the best they can be. You might be surprised how good they look.
If they still do not look good, you may have to replace/refinish them. My theory is try the cheap easy solutions first.
Good luck!
2007-01-02 03:39:46 · answer #1 · answered by Tj aka Mom 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The hardware stores sells a few products that will help you.
One is a completely new finish that you paint on the old surface once it is cleaned and dried. This is tricky to get to look like new, but you can also have it professionally applied. $$
The other items are basically cleaners and polishers. Look carefully at the labels. Use the ones that come in the metal cans those are the true finish polishers. I'm sorry I've forgotten the names.
BUT, a new sink is pretty easy to install and are so much bang for the buck. Why not just budget in new sinks and some cool old fashioned looking faucets to set them off.
Good luck.
2007-01-02 02:09:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are companies that use an epoxy to resurface appliances and tubs/sinks, many rehabbers use them to save $$$$, but if you are looking for a long term fix then you can purchase new porcelain sinks, they will be more expensive than stainless steel but if your looking for the retro look they will work for you. Check with a local RE club if you can't find a resurfacer I,m sure they can help.
2007-01-02 02:35:12 · answer #3 · answered by geotom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you attempt to restore them with the kits, you will do it again in a year. I promise. This stuff is generally an epoxy / fiberglass based material.
I would look in your yellow pages under resurfacing or refurbishing for cast iron if you want it to be done right.
2007-01-02 06:56:57 · answer #4 · answered by redslippers 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem is the enamel has worn away. If you are keeping the fixtures for their antique qualities, I would skip the DIY methods you can buy at the hardware store. I would call in a pro and have them refinished, they have access to paints and techniques you can never buy. Call a pro
2007-01-02 02:32:28 · answer #5 · answered by uncle bob 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I saw a guy clean two sinks with pumice stone he bought at Hardware, I could not believe how they looked new when he finished, Look just like they were just bought
2007-01-02 11:32:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
How about get new ones there are not that expensive
2007-01-02 02:11:08 · answer #7 · answered by L J 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋