Phil Anthropist wrote:

"Tim S" wrote:

So I think I should clean it up with something before attempting to
polish.
Not much wrong with the item, no deep scratches or stains - so I don't
really want to strip it completely.

What would be best - warm soapy water, a wipe with white spirit or
something
else?

Ta muchly,

Tim

That something else could be a weak solution of vinegar diluted in water.

I didn't think of that - I will give it a try and report back...

Cheers

Tim