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Module 6. Materials & hardware

Which of the following are acceptable to use in cleaning anodized surfaces?

  • Steel wool, aluminium wool, fibre bristle brush.
  • Aluminium wool, fibre bristle brush.
  • Brass wire brush, stainless steel wire brush.

Explanation

Anodised surfaces are soft and easily damaged, so only non-abrasive, compatible tools such as aluminium wool and a fibre-bristle brush are acceptable. Steel wool, brass or stainless wire brushes would scratch through the oxide film and introduce dissimilar-metal particles that promote corrosion.

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