Age Metal To Give It An Antique Look

The liquid’s formulation contains two parts oxygen and hydrogen molecules, making it an oxidizing agent. It works on metals as well, if you’re working on a DIY project to give brass or other silverware a rusty copper-like finish.

Combine white vinegar (four tablespoons), salt (one and a half teaspoons), and hydrogen peroxide (two cups) in a spray bottle and shake vigorously. Apply the resulting mix on the metal you want to age and air-dry it for about five minutes or longer, depending on the object’s size. It’s a great trick to give decorative metal items an antique finish.