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Question: How do I remove paint from Brass Pipes?

Hi guys and Gals, I just purchased an old house in NY. I discovered that the plumbing has been fitted almost entirely with brass Pipes. There is a section in my Laundry room that has exposed pipes that have been painted over. How can I remove this paint to expose the beautiful brass pipes and fittings from the 1960's??? The exposed area consists of 1 in main line a couple of elbows and tees branching out to 3/4 and (I believe 1/2). I do not want to remove anything, as they might be fragile and under enormous pressure. Also, It would be to costly. And quiet frankly, they do not make American brass like the old days, just cheapy China.

Answer: you can try sandpaper or steel wool

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