Patina
Coppers Natural Aging Process
Copper makes sense outdoors. Whereas wood will weather and crack, iron and steel will rust, and plastic becomes brittle, copper ages to a beautiful green verdigris patina. The green patina is not like rust on steel, but acts like a protectant for the copper while adding a feeling of quality and antiquity to its' surroundings.
City air oxidizes copper more quickly, while the purer country air lets copper take its time going through the patina process. No two pieces evolve alike. The beauty, strength and durability of copper make it the perfect choice for patio and garden furniture, trellises, arbors, window boxes and yard art. Copper is also used to repel slugs from plants, an added benefit to using one of our products in your landscape.
I suggest that no matter which piece you purchase, whether it be for indoor use or out, please just dust with a dry cloth and let it patina naturally. However, if you want your piece lacquered to keep it shiny, I would be glad to accommodate.
Patina