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Antique Finish FAQ's

Antique aged copper handle

 

Welcome to our Antique Copper and Brass Finish FAQ page! Here, you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about our antique copper and brass finish. If you need more information or would like to see examples of this finish on our products, be sure to check out our finishes document, which contains a wide range of additional finishes information and imagery. Click here for brass, or here for copper

Antique Copper & Brass Commonly Asked Questions

Products specified for an antique copper or brass Finish are stripped back to the materials bare surface and then cleaned. We then take the copper or brass through an oxidisation process until the desired appearance has been achieved. The product is then lightly sanded back to enhance the aged, weathered effect prior to lacquering.

Use a soft cloth and soapy water. Avoid using abrasive materials or harsh chemicals. Please see our lacquered care sheet for further information on the cleaning and care of antique copper or brass items. 

Yes, an antique lacquered finish is suitable for both indoor and outdoor showers. We apply multiple layers of hard-wearing lacquer to minimise tarnish. 

Yes, our antique finishes are safe for use in drinking water applications.

No, once an item has been coated in a protective lacquer, it no longer retains the naturally anti-bacterial properties of natural copper and brass. 

Yes, our antique copper or brass finishes are coated in multiple coats of marine-grade, hardwearing lacquer. This helps protect the copper or brass from tarnish and gradual wear. We do however suggest avoid using abrasive cleaning cloths on items to prevent the possibility of scratching away this protective coating. 

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