Maintenance of Copper Bathtubs
Naturally, copper metal is corrosion resistant hence copper bathtubs never rust.
Each Copper Bath and Brass Bath is coated with a lacquer that maintains the finish.
The bath only needs to be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution or a nonabrasive dishwashing liquid and wiped with a soft cloth. The coating is durable and flexible, allowing it to stand up to the rigours of regular use.
All surfaces which are supplied plated with Tin, Nickel are supplied un-coated as all of these elements are non-oxidizing and will need no special maintenance other than cleaning with non-abrasive cleaners as used on the coated surfaces.
Precautions
- Never use any corrosive cleaners or ammonia and acid-based cleaners as these can damage the surface of the copper bath. Use a mild detergent or mild soap only.
- Avoid using steel wool and brushes as these can scratch the surface of your bath. Use a soft cloth for cleaning instead.
- Please dry the bath of whatever finish you have ( copper, nickel plated, color paint ) after every use otherwise it can have water marks.
- While bathing, make sure that the bathing substances that you add to the water are suitable for use in the copper tub. You should for example never use lemon in a copper bathtub.
- Please note that we do not recommend the use of bath oils in any of our bathtubs, as they may affect the surface finish. Any resulting damage or changes to the finish will not be covered under our warranty or liability.
- To help preserve the appearance and finish of your bathtub, the bathroom should always be adequately ventilated during and after use. Excessive humidity, condensation, and prolonged exposure to moisture can contribute to tarnishing, oxidation, water spotting, or deterioration of the surface finish over time. We recommend using an extractor fan or opening a window after bathing to allow the room to dry thoroughly and maintain a well-ventilated environment.
Scratches
Copper is a soft metal and hence can get scratches easily, however owing to self-healing nature of copper, these scratches will disappear themselves as surface of copper constantly reacts with the air and gradually changes color and appearance. This is called the patina.
Instead of trying to repair the scratches, you should start loving them as these scratches, dents, and dings form the unique character of the copper and adds to the rustic feel of the metal product.
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