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   david_sorg | Jun 01, 1999 05:49pm | #1

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   Clean the copper with steel wool, a Scotchbrite pad, or a buffer with automotive rubbing or polishing compound, -depending on how satin or polished you want it to look. (Satin will last longest and look best as the finish begins to fail). Then spray it with clear lacquer or a catalyzed product. The clearcoat will usually begin to fail on the south or west in a few years but the copper can easily be re-buffed and re-lacquered in those spots. The hardest decision is when the stuff is half new, half oxidized. Do you keep re-doing it, or strip off the finish on all of it and let it go brown (or green, depending)?

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   Guest_ | Jun 01, 1999 06:16pm | #2

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   Apply elbow grease liberally once per week.

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   Mike_Collins | Jun 01, 1999 06:50pm | #3

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   Do you think that a paint on will work ok or do I really need to spray? Half of the flashing is on the siding already.

   Thanks

   Mike

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   david_sorg | Jun 03, 1999 11:02pm | #4

   *Mike,Sorry to be so long checking back. These products are generally meant to be sprayed, but you may be able to find a combination of products (i.e. a retarder) that allow it to be brushed. I would suggest trying an automotive or marine paint store as they both use a lot of catalyzed finishes in their respective trades.

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   thumper---ridge_runner | Jun 06, 1999 11:39pm | #5

   *check with your local brick yards ours here in west mi. have products in stock that will coat the copper and last for 5 to 8 years then the process must be repeated. just a thought.

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   Mike_Collins | Jun 07, 1999 01:17am | #6

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   Redid house with new cedar clap with copper flashing. Does anyone know how I can keep it looking new?

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   Guest_ | Jun 07, 1999 01:17am | #7

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   http://www.ssschemical.com/ This company sells products to color metals, but they also list lacquers to protect the finish. Joe H