Matching brass handles on white French doors - Westend61/Getty Images There's something about brass hardware that adds the perfect touch of old world charm to any space. It's durable, elegant, and ...

Brass jewelry, cookware, or home décor requires special care to keep it clean from tarnish and maintain its shine or patina. Brass becomes tarnished when exposed to air and moisture, and over time, ...

Use a clean, soft cloth to wipe away dust and dirt from all parts of the door handle. Add a few drops of dish soap to a bowl of warm water, and dampen a clean cloth with the mixture. For stubborn ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." In terms of popularity, brass is the queen bee of metals when it comes to decorating our homes. It ...

Thanks to its durability and rich color, brass—an alloy of copper and zinc—has been used for centuries to make everything from kitchenware and hardware, to household objects and decor. But brass also ...