WHY IT DULLS
Patina
Kansa is 78% copper and 22% tin and slowly darkens to a natural patina. Brass is copper and zinc and turns dull or greenish; copper does the same. A quick clean brings the shine back.
HOW OFTEN
Every 4–5 days
Clean everyday utensils every 4–5 days to keep them shining.
AT HOME
Four easy methods
Lemon and baking soda, a vinegar paste, copper glow powder or metal polish, using things you already have.
FOUR METHODS
Bring back the shine at home
1
Lemon & baking soda
Wash in warm water and dry. Rub on lemon juice mixed with baking soda in small circles, leave 20–30 minutes, then wash well and dry.
2
Vinegar, flour & salt
Mix equal parts flour and salt with a few drops of white vinegar. Rub on in small circles (wear gloves), leave at least 30 minutes, then rinse.
3
Copper glow powder
Wash with clean water and sprinkle the powder all over, no need to dry. Leave 5 minutes, rub gently with a cloth, then wash and dry.
4
Metal polish
Shake the bottle and pour a little onto a soft cloth. Rub in circular motions, then buff with a second dry cloth to check the shine.
PROFESSIONAL CARE
Need a professional shine?
Bring heavily tarnished pieces to our Shyambazar store for cleaning and polishing.
Fresh kalai for cookware
Brass or copper cookware bought from us can get a fresh kalai (tin) lining. Call 079806 03470 or see our Kalai Service page.
QUICK ANSWERS
Care questions
How often should I clean kansa and brass?
Clean everyday utensils every 4–5 days to keep them shining.
Why does brass or copper turn dull or green?
Air and moisture slowly form a greenish layer called patina. Any of the four methods above removes it.
Which method is quickest?
Metal polish, or copper glow powder, which needs only 5 minutes.
Do I need gloves?
Wear gloves when rubbing on the vinegar, flour and salt paste.
What about brass or copper cookware?
Cookware bought from us can get a fresh kalai (tin) lining at our Shyambazar store.