Aluminum Step Plates…
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- First Name: Michael
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Aluminum Step Plates…
After polishing aluminum step plates is there any sealer that can be used to slow down oxidation? I realize this is a losing proposition since stepping on them constantly will wear off a coating but slowing the oxidation would be a start! Thanks….
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Re: Aluminum Step Plates…
Try Semichrome polish, old & trusted product and leaves a protective coating to slow oxidation. I believe it’s in Lang’s catalog.
John
Oscoda Michigan
John
Oscoda Michigan
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Re: Aluminum Step Plates…
Michael, Brass musical instruments are clear lacquered to prevent tarnishing. I suppose it might be possible to step into that coupe without stepping on the step plate.
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Re: Aluminum Step Plates…
True Terry but this is not a garage queen. I feel silly already asking my original question since the step plate is a step plate!
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Re: Aluminum Step Plates…
Go to your local monument maker. You know, they guys who make head stones. Ask them for a can of the sealer they use for their bronze markers. Some cemetery grounds keepers keep some too.
I worked in an instrument repair shop out of high school. I wouldn’t use instrument lacquer. It’s great for hand use generally but if you start stepping on it it’ll start chipping. It also turns yellow pretty quickly. Not so noticeable on brass instruments but it happens. Also one of the reasons you don’t see silver plated instruments lacquered.
Brad
I worked in an instrument repair shop out of high school. I wouldn’t use instrument lacquer. It’s great for hand use generally but if you start stepping on it it’ll start chipping. It also turns yellow pretty quickly. Not so noticeable on brass instruments but it happens. Also one of the reasons you don’t see silver plated instruments lacquered.
Brad