Use And Care Manual

Copper has been used for thousands of years and is easy to maintain since it does not show ngerprints as stainless
steel and other metals would. For basic cleaning, simply use a mild soap and water as other cleaners typically are not
necessary. Products such as Renaissance Wax or Flitz Wax may be applied to the copper surface periodically to give it
lasng protecon. These suggested seals will help maintain the luster of the copper and provide beer water runo.
Leave the water running while working with acidic foods or pastes to avoid any reacon.
Copper is a living metal and the pana of our Anque and Natural nishes will all naturally connue to pana over
me; meaning they may become a richer, darker color. However, if you would like to keep the copper sink looking
like it did when rst installed, we recommend waxing the sink every 2-3 months. Our copper sinks are not lacquered
or sealed in the manufacturing process and will react to their environment as they develop character. If acidic items
such as lemons, ketchup, or red wine sit on these nishes for an extended period of me the nish may be aected,
but since copper is a living metal it will heal or re-pana itself over me; oen in a maer of days. The beauty of
copper is it is ever changing and no two pieces are ever alike giving you a one of a kind work of art!
Warning: Copper sinks can be harmed using some copper cleaners. Copper cleaners can scratch the surface and be
abrasive on a copper sink. Also, do not use corrosives such as chlorine, concentrated vinegar or abrasive cleaners.
FAQs
Copper Sinks:
Undermount,
Vessel & Drop-In
What is Patina
or a Living Finish?
The beauty of copper is its living
finish or patina. It builds overtime
and works as a protective coating.
The patina is a rich weathered finish
with light and dark tones
complementing each other and
creating the unique effect of copper.
Certain chemicals and products can
strip the patina and remove the
finish, leaving your sink shiny: acids,
Drano, Soft Scrub or Clorox Bleach.
However, because it is a living finish,
it will heal itself. Over time the
copper sink will gradually return to
the rich brown color and cover up
spots or scratches.
Do your copper
sinks have overflows?
No, none of our copper sinks have
overflow holes.
Will my copper
product from Novatto
turn color over time?
Novatto’s finish is not waxed or sealed.
Since copper is a living material it will
tarnish or darken with me. Remember,
copper will always react to how it is used
and its surrounding environment.
What gauge of copper
is used in my copper sink?
All of Novatto’s kitchen, bar and prep
copper sinks are all made from 16 gauge
copper, while a select few bathroom
undermount sinks are made from 18
gauge copper.
Are there clips included
with my copper sink?
Novatto does not provide sink clips
and you may not be needing them
depending on the installation.
Mounting clips may be provided,
though, by any professional installer.
Considering these are
handmade what differences
should I expect?
All of our copper sinks are handmade
from natural copper so variations in
size or color are common. A size
allowance of 1/2-inch is expected.
Novatto, Inc.
support@novaoinc.com
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More quesons? Feel free to
contact our technical support
team anyme. More info is also
available at our website.
CARE AND
MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY