Owners Manual
ANTIQUE FINISH HAMMERED COPPER
Copper is a living metal that will naturally patina over time. Our Antique nish copper is a rich, warm
brown, achieved through a hand-applied patina process. Our Antique nish 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 nish 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 nish is
particularly simple since the hammered texture does not show ngerprints. For basic cleaning, use
mild soap and warm water. Abrasives should never be used as they may aect the nish. 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 nish is a remarkable mottling
of copper hues, created through a complex heating and cooling process. Products in Tempered nish
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 nish 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
nish is particularly simple since the hammered texture does not show ngerprints. For basic
cleaning, use mild soap and warm water. Abrasives should never be used as they may aect the
nish. 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 aect the nish. 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 oers long lasting protection against tarnish and smudges.
BRUSHED NICKEL FINISH
Our Brushed Nickel nish is achieved by plating nickel over copper, followed by careful hand brushing.
Brushed Nickel is easy to maintain. Caring for this nish is particularly simple since the hammered, brushed
texture does not show ngerprints. For basic cleaning, use mild soap and warm water. Abrasives should
never be used as they may aect the nish. Acidic substances left on the nickel nish for extended periods
of time may leave a slight dark mark, but this is easily removed with Flitz Polish or chrome polish.
CARE & CLEANING