Its best to know what kind of brass you really own. Is your piece essentially actual brass or is it just brass plated? To find out, it’s simple and straight forward. Put a magnet on it. If the magnet sticks, it is brass plated. If the magnet does not stick it is pure brass.

At Sherwood Tinning we offer a traditional brass cleaning carried out by hand and polished to a very high standard. Brass always brings a warm, burnished glow to household items—everything from door knockers to furniture, and especially with great passion for cooking and that too kitchen utensils.

Brass is relatively inexpensive, a strong and corrosion-resistant metal made from zinc and copper. Brass material has long been a favourite material in home design given the fact its bright and with its elegant golden colour.  However, like any metal, brass can become dull and tarnished over time but at Sherwood we restore all brass materials and utensils to a very high standard and necessary polishing as required for a mirror finish.

Brass is an alloy of zinc, copper, and sometimes other metals. Brass is a material that has been used by ancient civilizations and modern-day people alike due to its durability, elegance, and malleability. However, brass can accumulate dirt and greasy oils, and may tarnish over time. If you’re looking to brighten up your brass piece, then no look further ; please give us a call on + 44 (0) 1258 857703 or drop us an email at sales@sherwoodtinning.co.uk