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jrbjr

Starting to Get Obsessed
Mar 6, 2019
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I know room darkening happens, I'm trying to minimize it. I work with grain alcohol on my smooth rimmed pipes, but I haven't found anything to get the black off my old antiqurai or shilling, any suggestions?

Thanks

Bob

 

lightmybriar

Lifer
Mar 11, 2014
1,315
1,838
Perhaps gently using a toothbrush with some water? That’s what I would try if they were my pipes. Alcohol removes many stains and finishes, so I wouldn’t use that.

 

Chasing Embers

Captain of the Black Frigate
Nov 12, 2014
43,258
108,365
Saliva and a Q-tips work magic without the risk of getting cleaning agents or oils in the chamber.
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Chasing Embers

Captain of the Black Frigate
Nov 12, 2014
43,258
108,365
Though not a plateau rim, this illustrates how saliva can break down cabon, tar, and nicotine build-up.
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bassbug

Lifer
Dec 29, 2016
1,112
905
My twisted sense of humor makes it impossible to resist....
I've found the best solution is right there in the first sentence of the OP. Room darkening. Turn off the lights and magically, all blemishes and imperfections disappear :)
BTW, its also good advice for "other' situations :wink:

 

dcon

Lifer
Mar 16, 2019
2,636
21,489
Jacksonville, FL
When restoring I will occasionally use Magic Eraser on darkened rims and bowls. It is a technique I saw on a restorer’s site. I would give them credit if I could remember who it was :)

It actually works quite well.

 
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