Cleaning Naval Uniform

rich47 | 14:38 Wed 13th Jul 2011 | How it Works

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Does anyone know how to clean the gold rings on sleeves of naval officer's uniform?
They are looking a bit dull.
Many thanks in advance.

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AlBags

What about spray foaming upholstery cleaner .. like Valet?

scotman

Rich

They're not really gold. Just yellow fibres. If they were gold they wouldn't tarnish.

rich47

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Thank you scotman and AIbags ...however the problem still exists.

scotman

Hi Rich

Found this just now

Gold braid can be maintained by brushing with a nail brush using a solution of 1 part ammonia to 4 parts water dry thoroughly afterward and polish with a soft, clean brush. Dampness causes the material the gold is wrapped around to oxidize so keep your braid in a dry place. Cover uniform with a suit bag when storing away.
Tailors can clean gold braid if you have time.
An extreme method I have used for very old braid, which really should be replaced, is to use silver dip on a nailbrush and brush off with water on a nail brush, dry thoroughly and then brush with a clean brush.
Light Tarnish can be removed with a good bristled brush and an old method is a bread crust rubbed on and then brushed off….crumbs.

scotman

Or take your pick from these

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rich47

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Great stuff scotman ... many thanks

rich47

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great stuff scotman ... thanks again.

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