If the patina is left to age naturally, expect to have a range of different finishes, textures and colors. Just leave the Bronze alone and nature will take care of the rest. You don’t have to do anything to get a natural patina. A natural patina finish contains various chemical compounds, including oxides, carbonates, and sulfates formed on the surface due to exposure to elements in the atmosphere. Natural patinas are beautiful finishes evolved over many years and decades from exposure to the elements. Patina can occur on metals, wood, leathers and other materials.
Some changes are desirable – others not so much.Ī patina is actually considered tarnish, and can refer to any change in surface finish of a material through age and exposure.
In some cases, patina finishes can even assume new surface textures. Patina finishes may develop naturally over many years, or they can be created and enhanced through hand-crafted artisan techniques mixed with science. Natural Patinas Develop with Time and Exposure
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Here are a few guidelines for working with architectural bronze from our experience with windows and doors. Understanding a little about the art and science of Bronze patinas can help you select the ideal finish, for both longevity and appearance. Then, to plan for maintaining the bronze cladding over the long-term - which is discussed in a different article (click here).
The main way to manage the natural process over time is to select a patina based on the desired aesthetic and environment. The key is to understand everyone’s expectations around Bronze for the long term. Hand-Applied Artisan Patina Finish on Bronze
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