![]() ![]() Why we picked cast ironĪfter the debacle with the quartz sink, we were open to a cast iron or fireclay sink. Cast iron is durable, resistant to staining, easy to clean, and made to last generations. It’s fired at a really hot temperature giving the sink the glossy finish. ![]() We’re planning to let our faucet age naturally, and I can’t wait to watch it!Ĭast iron sinks are made of iron alloy (just like the cooking pans) and coated in porcelain enamel. ![]() The longer it ages, the less the brass polish will do. And if you want to return the unlacquered brass to a more untarnished state, you can do so with brass polish…at least while it’s new. And buff it with a microfiber cloth or paper towel. According to Martha, you can wash these faucets like any other - with dish soap and water. How do you care for unlacquered brass faucets?Īn unlacquered brass faucet can be pretty low maintenance, too. Psst: you can see what unlacquered brass looks like as it ages here. And better yet, it should develop with age! Sometimes called a ‘living finish’ or ‘raw finish’, unlacquered brass will age and patina over time due to exposure from air, water, our hands, etc… Personally I love the natural look of this finish and the warmth it adds to spaces. Unlacquered means the brass is unfinished. Let’s get into it… What is unlacquered brass But this is the first unlacquered brass faucet I’ve purchased and I was excited but apprehensive, so did a little research first. It’s my go-to metal finish for cabinet hardware these days. If you’ve been following our projects for long, you probably aren’t surprised I opted for an unlacquered brass faucet. Sink, faucet, light, hardware, plate rack, cabinet color, dishwasher, countertops ![]()
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