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Post #817285 by Tiki_Thor on Wed, Oct 29, 2025 5:03 AM

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Just my two cents as someone who has been collecting Tiki mugs for 3+ years (practically a newbie, I know), but other than a light careful cleaning, I wouldn't try to repair or "restore" pieces I found. Mine live with their sordid past, as is.

I try to follow Antiques Roadshow advice in general - don't refinish things (patina is preferred) and leave restoration to the pros if anything is going to be restored.