Cleaning Copper Roof Over Bay Window

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Cleaning copper roof over bay window.

Copper is not difficult to clean but it needs to be cleaned frequently to maintain its original luster for a longer period of time. How do i clean roof of copper bay window. Keep in mind that the lacquer will slightly darken the color of the copper as it dries. Roof is 15 to 20 years of age and never been cleaned.

Cleaning and polishing is actually pretty easy with the right instructions. Old home in nov. Once the copper is to a color that you like apply a clear shilac or other coating over top the bare copper to maintain the finish and keep it from oxidizing. Jun 1 2005 1.

Thanks jun 3 2005 2. Wow you know there is a much simpler solution. And our copper roof over the bay window was so black we weren t even sure it was copper. Use this kit for small bay window copper roofs or larger cupolas.

It s time to finish planning the roof frame. Clean and seal about 62 sq. We have a small copper roof over our semi circle bay windows and need to find a way to clean the small copper roof. Rinse the roof again with warm clear water to flush away all the soap residue and dirt.

Cleaning copper roofs 2004. Also includes ez prep neutralizer prep pad and applicators. Freda shumate home owner vanceburg kentucky. Plan out the roof.

But once the window its frame and its cap are in place you can get started framing the roof. I have a bay window with a copper roof that is badly tarnished and stained. Unfortunately over time copper roofs can get dirty and oxidation and water marks can discolor the original hue of the copper. To keep outdoor copper looking shiny bright and new you need to wash it and keep it polished.

Buff the roof with a clean soft flannel cloth to bring up the shine. We bought a 14 yr. I remembered one of my jobs as a kid was to clean mom s copper bottom pans with brasso so i just put a thin coat on a 2 x 2 area and let it set a few minutes. Luckily if you perform the proper maintenance and occasionally do a deeper cleaning you can keep your copper roof looking shiny and new.

Can any of you suggest a cleaner that could clean it up. If you want to retain the freshly revealed copper shine spray or roll paint the entire roof with a clear lacquer or a clear polyurethane coating. Most of the time a bay window will have a hip roof that s constructed using 45 degree angles. Discussion in gadgets gear started by comet jun 1 2005.

You ll also have to plan for the bay window roof. Cleaning copper baywindow roof awning. This kit includes four times as much heavy duty copper cleaning gel and everbrite than the smaller kit.