"Bleaching" old ivories?

Richard Wagner Rjwag@pacifier.com
Sat, 06 Oct 2001 21:52:44 -0700


Terry,

Take a look at this address.      http://www.wagner-technical.com/bleach.htm

Richard Wagner RPT


At 08:49 PM 10/6/01 -0700, you wrote:
>I just aquired a complete set of old upright ivories. They are smooth, and 
>free of any cracks, chips or crazing. They are, however, quite yellowed. 
>I've tried steel wool & Comet with little or no result. Before I tried the 
>following, i wanted to ask the list if soaking them in a solution of bleach, 
>either full strength or diluted would bring back the white? Thanks in 
>advance for the help!
>
>Terry Peterson
>Precision Piano Service
>Torrance, CA
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