Just picked up a nice jalousie window but shows signs of oxidation. Anyone got any tips on cleaning/removing the oxidation?
Yes I've seen that but not sure it would be suitable as the frame surface should be a polished finish.
500 grit polishing paper, lots of Solvol Autosol polish, don't skimp on it either. It's not a quick job due to the oxidised surface. I finished ours with one of them cloth wheels in the drill, again using plenty of autosol
We used these sanding blocks on anodised windows in the factory. I did mine with one and it was good. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hosco-Fre...956496?hash=item4b0e639d10:g:T-UAAOSw-YBXGisE
I have used this stuff with good results. Available from the pound shops Sent from my SM-N910F using Tapatalk
I use those at work and are good ... trouble is the windows were anodised and by completely sanding back they will oxidise straight away ... they were never shiny when new .... they would need a laquer or wax finish to keep them from oxidising
Anodise is only 10 microns thick .. but I do see what you mean . I think the OP wants polished finished ?
I used to deal with all the anodisers, powder coaters and aluminium enamelling companies nationally as part if my job in a window firm, I checked their thicknesses, dealt with problems, did all the buying, meetings etc. It was thousands of items and had to be right. It was a chap at Haynes Ford and Elliot, a old established Birmingham anodising company that suggested those for buffing the anodised stuff. They worked well, but like you say, you can go a bit mad. I had loads of them I borrowed from work and only recently ( 2o + years later ) ran out. If you have any lying around . They are great for refurbing ali wheels too
Once cleaned up you could alodine it (alochrom 1200) is another name for it. It's what we use on aircraft Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
This stuff is brilliant , it polishes all the metal bits on the bus. I also use it to clean the glass on my wood burning stoves Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
