Use and Care Manual

Copper changes and evolves with
time as it reacts with the environ-
ment. While a new copper sink will
add beauty and style to any decor, the
natural oxidization process, or patina,
requires some maintenance.
PATINA
Copper
Sinks
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The best way to clean a copper sink
is with a solution of mild soap and
water. With a soft sponge, scrub
the entire sink using a circular
motion. Rinse and wipe-down with
a soft cloth. We recommend Green
Works
®
dish soap.
SANITIZATION
If you have hard water, you will
want to keep your copper sink
clean and dry to avoid water spots.
Clean it regularly with a mild,
non-abrasive cleanser and wipe it
dry with a soft cloth after each use.
WATER SPOTS
To help protect your copper sink
from hard water mineral damage, a
wax such as Renaissance Wax
®
can
be applied periodically. This will help
maintain the luster of your sink, how-
ever, the use of wax will temporarily
stop the development of the natural
patina.
We do not recommend polishing a
copper sink with an abrasive sub-
stance or material, as vigorous scrub-
bing can strip o the natural patina.
POLISHING AND WAXING
DO NOT leave acidic foods
(lemons, vinegar, tomatoes etc.),
nor hygiene products (tooth-
paste, shave cream, lotions etc.)
in contact with the sink. These
substances could cause shiny
spots or discoloration in the sink.
Simply clean the area with soap
and water if contact occurs. Over
time, the patina will recover and
the spot will blend into the sink.
To avoid this reaction, run water
in the sink while working with ac-
id-based foods or bath products
and clean immediately afterward.
ACIDIC SUBSTANCES
CLEANING
INSTRUCTIONS
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