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Originally Posted by Stacey
I think they are actually refering to those 'Chore Boy' copper pot scrubbers, like this:



Usually available in the dish soap asile of any better grocery. You don't need to worry about the apparent coarseness of them. They only serve to take off rust. Polishing is done with with chrome polish, followed by NeverDull.

I've been doing it this way for years, and never had a scratching problem.
I use Brass Wool! I usually get it from a marine supply house. A couple of packs goes a long ways. Brass is very soft and does not leave behind particles that can rust like regular steel wool. I also use stainless wool but it is harder and will scratch if your aren't careful.

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