1.4301 does not react visibly to its environment. The surface stays exactly as it arrives.

Daily care

Wipe with a soft dry cloth.

Wax removal

Let the wax cool completely, then lift. Warm water if needed. Rinse and dry.

To restore

Not required. If fingerprints accumulate, a damp cloth with a drop of dish soap. Rinse and dry.

Avoid

Abrasive pads, steel wool, bleach cleaners.

Brass reacts to touch, humidity and oxygen. The surface shifts from bright gold through amber into warm brown.

Daily care

Wipe with a soft dry cloth.

Wax removal

Let the wax cool completely, then lift. Warm water if needed. Rinse and dry.

To restore

A small amount of brass polish on a soft cloth. Five minutes. Rinse and dry.

Avoid

Abrasive pads, acidic cleaners, dishwasher.

Bronze arrives with a controlled pre-patina. Touched areas develop a warm lustre; untouched areas deepen and darken.

Daily care

Wipe with a soft dry cloth.

Wax removal

Let the wax cool completely, then lift. Warm water if needed. Rinse and dry.

To restore

Not applicable. Bronze moves in one direction. Polishing will disrupt the patina permanently.

Avoid

Abrasive pads, acidic cleaners, dishwasher.

Copper arrives salmon red and changes quickly. The surface shifts through orange and warm brown over weeks.

Daily care

Wipe with a soft dry cloth.

Wax removal

Let the wax cool completely, then lift. Warm water if needed. Rinse and dry.

To restore

A small amount of copper polish on a soft cloth. Five minutes. Rinse and dry.

Avoid

Abrasive pads, acidic cleaners, dishwasher.