If cleaning an aluminum pot or pan, simply boil water and add 1 tablespoon of cream of tartar in the pot or pan. Let the mixture boil for 10 minutes, then dump out the cream of tartar mixture, allow the item to cool, and rinse it well. [2] X Research source
For a quick polish, start with 400-grit sandpaper and give the entire area a good sanding. Then use an 800-grit sandpaper and give the area another good once-over. [3] X Research source For a thorough polish, start with 120 grit and move up to 240, 320, 400, and finally, 600-grit. [4] X Research source
In general, you can start with a firm wheel and a brown compound to do your initial polishing, then choose a softer wheel and a rouge (red) compound to get a high shine and smooth finish. [6] X Research source
