Use and Care Manual

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS (cont...)
Bronze Sinks
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PATINA
Bronze is a metal alloy composed primarily of copper and tin with traces of a few other metals. Each of our bronze
sinks comes with a beautifully aged patina baked into it, but it will continue to oxidize as time passes creating an
ever-changing antique appearance. Some routine care is required to protect this patina.
SANITIZATION
The best way to clean a bronze sink is with a solution of mild soap and water. With a soft sponge, scrub the entire
sink using a circular motion. Rinse and wipe-down with a soft cloth. We recommend Green Works® dish soap.
WATER SPOTS
Residual water can not only leave spots, but it can damage the patina nish of a bronze sink if left for long periods
of time. If you have hard water, the bowl should be wiped down with a soft cloth after each use. A heavy solution of
water softener and hot water can also be applied with a cloth and then dried to reduce spotting.
POLISHING AND WAXING
We do not recommend polishing a bronze patina sink. Using a polish, abrasives, or vigorous scrubbing can strip o
the handrubbed nish. Alternatively, applying a thin coat of clear wax, such as Johnson’s Clear Paste Wax®, every
one to three months can protect the sink against water spots while retaining its original luster. However, there is a
trade-o to using wax, as it will temporarily retard the development of the natural patina.