Stefan Trethan wrote:
>>3. clean copper surface thoroughly with acetone (I used my
>> wife's nail polish remover)
> I have heard stories they contaminate i badly with smelly stuff and other
> things. When it works it's fine, but for a beginner it could be a
> potential source of problem to use nail polish remover, as i'm sure not
> all brands are the same.
Right you are.
Nail polish remover has oils added to nourish the nail.
Acetone is much better - I really should get some.
My wife's nail polish remover didn't seem to cause any problems though.
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Cheers
David