Owner's Manual

CARE & CLEANING

ANTIQUE FINISH HAMMERED COPPER

Copper is a living metal that will naturally patina over time. Our Antique finish copper is a rich,

warm brown, achieved through a hand-applied patina process. Our Antique finish is not waxed

or sealed; it will react to its environment as the piece develops character. Acidic substances

such as lemons, ketchup, or red wine may alter the copper finish after prolonged contact. A

unique characteristic of copper is that it is self-healing, so not to worry – in a short time (usually

just days) it will naturally re-patina itself. Antique’s beauty is ever-changing and no two pieces

are alike. Caring for this finish is particularly simple since the hammered texture does not show

fingerprints. For basic cleaning, use mild soap and warm water. Abrasives should never be used

as they may affect the finish. For extra protection, carnauba wax may be applied.

TEMPERED FINISH HAMMERED COPPER

Copper is a living metal that will naturally patina over time. Our Tempered finish is a remarkable

mottling of copper hues, created through a complex heating and cooling process. Products in

Tempered finish are not sealed; they will react to their environment as they develop character.

Acidic substances such as lemons, ketchup, or red wine may alter the copper finish after

prolonged contact. A unique characteristic of copper is that it is self-healing, so not to worry – in

a short time (usually just days) it will naturally re-patina itself. Tempered’s beauty is ever-changing

and no two pieces are alike. Caring for this finish is particularly simple since the hammered

texture does not show fingerprints. For basic cleaning, use mild soap and warm water. Abrasives

should never be used as they may affect the finish. For extra protection, carnauba wax may be

applied.

POLISHED COPPER FINISH

Polished Copper will begin to patina as it reacts with its environment. However, if the desire is to

maintain the bright, polished look, it is easy to protect. For basic cleaning, use mild soap and

warm water. Abrasives should never be used as they may affect the finish. When the copper

begins to patina we recommend Wright’s Copper Cream to polish it, and any good copper wax

such as Flitz Faucet Wax+ to maintain its original shine and luster. For a more lasting barrier we

recommend Native Trails MetalProtect®, which offers long lasting protection against tarnish and

smudges.

BRUSHED NICKEL FINISH

Our Brushed Nickel finish is achieved by plating nickel over copper, followed by careful hand

brushing. Brushed Nickel is easy to maintain. Caring for this finish is particularly simple since the

hammered, brushed texture does not show fingerprints. For basic cleaning, use mild soap and

warm water. Abrasives should never be used as they may affect the finish. Acidic substances left

on the nickel finish for extended periods of time may leave a slight dark mark, but this is easily

removed with Flitz Polish or chrome polish.

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CARE & CLEANING ANTIQUE FINISH HAMMERED COPPER Copper is a living metal that will naturally patina over time. Our Antique finish copper is a rich, warm brown, achieved through a hand-applied patina process. Our Antique finish is not waxed or sealed; it will react to its environment as the piece develops character. Acidic substances such as lemons, ketchup, or red wine may alter the copper finish after prolonged contact.
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POLISHED NICKEL FINISH Our Polished Nickel finish is achieved by plating nickel over copper, followed by careful hand polishing. For basic cleaning, use mild soap and warm water. Abrasives should never be used as they may affect the finish. To maintain the bright, mirrored finish of Polished Nickel, use chrome polish; for longer lasting protection against smudges, fingerprints, and water spots, we recommend Native Trails MetalProtect®.