Horolene Concentrate is a professional-grade brass and clock cleaner designed to remove tarnish, grease, verdigris, and dirt from non-ferrous metal parts. Just dilute 1:7 with water for a powerful cleaning solution ideal for clock movements, watch components, and brass restoration work. Trusted by horologists and restorers for fast, effective metal cleaning.
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Horolene Concentrate is a concentrated cleaning solution designed for cleaning brass, copper and other suitable non-ferrous metal components.
It is particularly well known for use in clock restoration and horological work, where it can be used to clean brass clock movements, plates, wheels, gears and other metal components.
Horolene Concentrate is also suitable for cleaning watch components, brass fittings, decorative metalwork and other appropriate non-ferrous metal objects.
The concentrated formula is economical to use and is diluted with water before application. The recommended dilution is 1 part Horolene Concentrate to 7 parts water.
Horolene Concentrate is a popular choice for clockmakers, horologists, restorers and hobbyists who need an effective solution for cleaning tarnished and dirty non-ferrous metal components.
Horolene Concentrate is designed for suitable non-ferrous metal components and objects.
Typical applications include:
Always check that the material and component are suitable before cleaning and test where appropriate.
Horolene Concentrate is particularly associated with clock restoration.
It can be used to clean suitable brass clock movement components, helping remove accumulated dirt, grease, oil, tarnish and verdigris.
Clock movements contain numerous intricate components where hand cleaning can be time-consuming. Immersing suitable components in a diluted Horolene solution allows the cleaning solution to work around gears, plates and other detailed parts.
This makes Horolene a useful product for horologists, clockmakers and antique clock restorers.
Horolene Concentrate can also be used for cleaning suitable watch components and precision metal parts.
Small metal components can be immersed in the diluted solution to help remove accumulated oils, grease, dirt and tarnish.
Because watch components can be particularly delicate, care should always be taken to ensure that each individual component is suitable for immersion and cleaning with the product.
Horolene Concentrate is suitable for cleaning brass and copper objects and components.
It can be particularly useful where tarnish, grease, dirt or verdigris has built up on the surface.
Applications can include brass clock components, decorative fittings, hardware, instruments and other suitable brass and copper objects.
After cleaning, thoroughly rinse the components and dry them completely before continuing with any restoration or finishing process.
One of the main uses of Horolene Concentrate is removing tarnish and verdigris from suitable brass and copper components.
Verdigris is the green corrosion commonly found on older copper and brass objects. Horolene can help loosen and remove this contamination during the soaking process.
The length of time required depends on the condition of the metal and the amount of tarnish or contamination present. Lightly contaminated parts may require less time, while heavily tarnished components may need a longer soak.
Horolene Concentrate should be diluted with clean water before use.
Do not store diluted solution for extended periods. Prepare fresh solution when required.
Horolene Concentrate is a strong cleaning fluid. Use only in a well-ventilated workspace, wear suitable protective gloves and eye protection, and avoid inhaling vapours. Keep away from heat, sparks or open flames. Dispose of used and diluted solutions responsibly.
The recommended dilution for Horolene Concentrate is 1 part concentrate to 7 parts water.
For example:
This dilution makes Horolene Concentrate an economical option for cleaning multiple clock, watch and metal components.
Immersion is the recommended method for cleaning suitable components with diluted Horolene.
Place the parts into a suitable container and ensure they are completely covered by the diluted cleaning solution.
Allow the Horolene solution time to work on the accumulated dirt, grease, tarnish and verdigris. Heavily contaminated parts can be gently agitated or brushed with a soft brush where appropriate.
The required soaking time will depend on the condition of the parts. Check the components periodically rather than leaving them unattended for unnecessarily long periods.
Once the components have been cleaned, they should be rinsed thoroughly with clean water to remove any remaining cleaning solution.
Thorough drying is particularly important when cleaning clock and watch components. Remove excess water and dry the parts completely before reassembly or further restoration work.
A suitable warm air source can assist with drying, provided it is used safely and does not overheat or damage the components.
Horolene Concentrate is widely suited to antique restoration work involving brass, copper and other non-ferrous metal components.
It is particularly useful for antique clocks, watches, decorative hardware, fittings and other objects where accumulated dirt, grease, tarnish and verdigris need to be removed.
Cleaning is often an important first stage of restoration, allowing the condition of the underlying metal to be assessed before further work is carried out.
For valuable or historically important objects, always use an appropriate restoration method and test on a suitable component or inconspicuous area where possible.
Horolene Concentrate is used to clean suitable brass, copper and other non-ferrous metal components. It is particularly popular for clock movements, watch parts and antique metal restoration. The solution helps restore the natural appearance of metal surfaces without damaging the underlying metal.
Yes. Horolene Concentrate is commonly used for cleaning suitable brass clock movement components including plates, wheels, gears and other metal parts.
Yes. Horolene Concentrate is formulated to dissolve tarnish, grease, oil and verdigris that often develop on brass and copper components over time. Verdigris is the green corrosion often seen on old brass items, and the cleaning solution helps remove it without heavy scrubbing.
Yes. Horolene Concentrate is specifically suitable for cleaning brass components and objects, including clock parts, fittings and decorative metalwork.
Yes. Horolene Concentrate can be used on suitable copper objects and components to help remove dirt, tarnish and verdigris.
The recommended dilution is 1 part Horolene Concentrate to 7 parts water.
Soaking time depends on the amount of dirt, tarnish and verdigris present. Lightly contaminated components may require a shorter soak, while heavily tarnished parts may require longer. Check the parts periodically and remove them once adequately cleaned. Always rinse and dry parts thoroughly after cleaning.
Horolene is primarily designed as an immersion cleaning solution. If using it in an ultrasonic cleaner, ensure that the particular application and equipment are suitable and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the ultrasonic tank.
Yes. Horolene Concentrate is designed to help remove grease, oil, dirt and other workshop contamination from suitable non-ferrous metal components.
Yes. After cleaning, rinse the components thoroughly with clean water and dry them completely before continuing with restoration or reassembly.
It is recommended to prepare diluted cleaning solution when required rather than storing diluted solution for long periods.
Horolene Concentrate is available in 250ml, 500ml, 1 Litre, 2.5 Litre and 5 Litre sizes.
Horolene Concentrate is designed for non-ferrous metals, including:
These materials are commonly found in clocks, instruments, fittings and antique hardware.
Yes. Because it is a concentrated formula, Horolene must be diluted with water before use. The typical dilution ratio of 1 part cleaner to 7 parts water means a small amount of concentrate produces a large volume of cleaning solution. This makes it cost-effective for both professional workshops and hobby restorers.
Horolene is widely used by clockmakers and restoration specialists for cleaning brass components in antique clocks. When used correctly and diluted as recommended, it effectively removes grime while preserving the metal surface. Always follow safety precautions such as using gloves and working in a well-ventilated area.
Yes. In addition to clock movements, Horolene can also be used to clean:
This makes it useful for antique restoration and metalwork refurbishment projects.
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