Some handle sets are brass and some are simply Brass plating so you need to ensure you realize what you're working with. The explanation we do this is on the grounds that brass plated handles ought to be cleaned with grating materials. You would prefer not to take the risk that you can scratch the brass directly off so you need to utilize a more delicate arrangement. The least demanding approach to discover is to utilize a magnet on the handle. Assuming it adheres to the handle, you realize that it is plated in light of the fact that brass has no attractive characteristics. The issue with this stunt is that on the off chance that it doesn't stick its still not 100% sure that its brass. A more conclusive test is make a scratch in a common area on the lock. Assuming the shading inside the scratch is yellow, it is strong and on the off chance that not, you have a plated handle.