To achieve this finish, Tradco plate a brass product in copper, it is then antiqued to give it a dark finish. Before setting, the antique finish is carefully rubbed back by hand to lighten the colour and reveal copper highlights. Lacquer is applied to the surface. Each product in this finish is hand aged, meaning each product has its own distinct variation and depth of colour. Designed to age, as the lacquer breaks down at touch points, this finish will continue to wear, showing brass highlights and forming distinct characteristics that look beautiful at every stage of its life.
Care: Clean it regularly with a damp soft cloth and be sure to keep it dry.
Caution: Take care to not damage the lacquer layer, as once this occurs the product will continue to age. With use, the finish will wear and reveal more copper which will also age.
TradCo hardware is manufactured from solid brass, a material commonly used in architectural hardware. Brass does not rust, however it can change in appearance over time when exposed to outdoor environments, depending on the finish. Many TradCo finishes include a lacquered, electroplated or powder-coated protective layer designed to slow this natural ageing process. The rate and nature of this change vary depending on the finish type, level of exposure and environmental conditions.