- 1). Rub the ends of the joints (parts to be connected) of the brass candlestick with a scouring pad. This removes any dirt and oil, which might weaken the solder.
- 2). Coat the ends of the joints with a light layer of soldering fluid, also known as flux. The fluid helps strengthen the solder as it hardens.
- 3). Assemble the joints of the brass candlestick as desired on top of the soldering pad. The pad is a simple platform made of a pin cushion-like material. Insert pins around the outside of the candlestick pieces to suspend them just above the bed -- this will hold the joints together as you solder.
- 4). Pre-heat the edges of the joints with a soldering iron to prepare them for application of the solder.
- 5). Bring a section of soldering wire into the path of the iron, just above the connection point of the joints. Heat the wire until it liquifies and drips into the seam.
- 6). Continue melting and applying solder until the seam is filled. Allow the solder to harden for two to four hours.
- 7). Turn the candlestick over, and apply solder to the other side of the seam. Allow the solder to harden for two to four hours.
- 8). File away any excess solder from the seam and polish, if desired.
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