If you have a pan with Bakelite handles, a little bit of care and attention will restore the bright glossy finish and have your pan looking like new.
Things You Will Need
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Wipe down the handle with warm soapy water to wash away as much of the grime as possible.
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Rinse with warm water and dry with a clean cloth.
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Buff away deep scratches gently with fine gauge sandpaper.
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Apply liquid metal polish in a tight circular motion with a clean cloth. Rub with as much pressure as needed to polish away the accumulation of stains and dirt. Wait for the polish to haze over.
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Rub with a clean, dry cloth to remove the polish.
The Drip Cap
- Bakelite is an early form of plastic that was used to make everything from handles on silverware and pans to clocks and telephones.
- If you have a pan with Bakelite handles, a little bit of care and attention will restore the bright glossy finish and have your pan looking like new.
- Rub with a clean, dry cloth to remove the polish.