old hinges?

9 years ago

We're remodeling our 1929 kitchen and would like to re-use the original 2.5 x 2 ball hinges (cuz they don't make them like that anymore, right?). We've gotten most of the paint off -- they are down to bare metal, is that gonna be a problem? Also is there a good way to get that last little bit in the nooks and crannies off? Someone mentioned steel wool but I'm worried that will scratch what is now the bare metal, basically. Are we better off just buying new? TIA!

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weedyacres
9 years ago
Dip them in boiling water. It'll loosen the paint. Then use a firm bristle brush to coax out the loosened paint.
kats737
9 years ago
We've reused a lot of old hardware with no issue. Sometimes we ended up using citristrip and some fine steel wool. We finished it with primer and Rustoleum metallic. After several years it still looks great.
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kudzu9
9 years ago
What is the "bare metal"? Steel or brass will be easy to clean up using methods described above, but take care in exerting too much elbow grease or or using abrasives if you suspect it is plated metal.