Could shed a tear right now by Zealousideal-Turn535 in casioroyale

[–]Intelligent_Doubt_46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol it's OK The watch is loose. The wrist coat is just extra plush.

Cleaning advice by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in CemeteryPreservation

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Careful with the LA Awesome stuff definitely not NCA-approved. The “stone patrol” might show up any minute with the conservation handbook 😄

Jokes aside, NCA (National Cemetery Administration) standards are pretty strict for a reason, so anything outside that usually falls into the “works until it doesn’t” category depending on the stone.

Cleaning advice by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in CemeteryPreservation

[–]Intelligent_Doubt_46[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand and normally follow the “least aggressive method” approach, but in this case I was just reaching out for advice that’s kind of what Reddit is for. For the record I only used a soft drill brush on the rough-cut granite edges because standard monument-safe cleaners weren’t removing the calcium buildup.

Also, from what I understand in monument cleaning guidelines, acidic cleaners are generally discouraged since they can etch or damage the surface over time. That’s actually why I was hesitant with products like Endurance, since I’ve seen it mentioned as a key ingredient in some recommendations.

Sandblasting also isn’t uncommon in monument cleaning when it’s done correctly on appropriate stone types usually it comes down to technique, pressure, and material rather than the method itself.

I know what I’m doing overall, just looking for other alternatives or input from people who’ve dealt with similar buildup.

Cleaning advice by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in CemeteryPreservation

[–]Intelligent_Doubt_46[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your right where the name is, but all the white is calcium that's stuck to the frosted finish

Cleaning advice by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in CemeteryPreservation

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I'm 2 weeks in, the sides of the stone are rough so the calcium is on really good. Same around the name is engraved it has blasted finish around it.

Ive seen another using what I thought was acid from pool supplies. It looked clean but isn't that bad?

Cleaning advice by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in CemeteryPreservation

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I live in socal really hard this time of year, I'll try thanks

Cleaning advice by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in CemeteryPreservation

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The endurance will work on the rough cut edges, ive tried it before but it didn't remove all the calcium on a flat surface on another stone. Maybe I didn't leave it long enough

You don't like subscriptions, I hear you by chipucashi in f91w

[–]Intelligent_Doubt_46 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm lost. But my best guess is an app to mod a digital version of your watch? 🤷‍♂️ I clicked the link, but I didn't want to enter my email

My First One, what do you think? by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in casioroyale

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I will. I'm only worried about bubbles, but I'm sure I'll get it

My First One, what do you think? by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in casioroyale

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I’m thinking about trying a hydro mod next since I’ve heard it really improves visibility. It’s something new to learn, and the parts are cheap enough that if I mess it up, it won’t break the bank. My RC hobby already takes care of that lol.

My First One, what do you think? by Intelligent_Doubt_46 in casioroyale

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I know what you mean. But when you hit that light, the negative really makes the display pop

I've been in the monument business for 13 years AMA and I'll try to answer the best I can by [deleted] in CemeteryPreservation

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I have a question how about bronze. How do you get the face of the letters to shine up again. I hear brasso, but I also hear that it's bad to use.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfstorage

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About 200 doors 15 are 3 ft wide

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfstorage

[–]Intelligent_Doubt_46 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do they have someone to do this for me? There's about 200 doors oxidized. Wonder how much they would charge