What are living finishes
All our finishes are living finishes. Artisanally made and uncoated by design, they are meant to evolve over time through touch, everyday use and exposure to the environment. Changes in tone, patina and surface are natural and intentional, allowing each piece to develop a character unique to the space it inhabits. Patina is not a defect, but an intentional part of the design. Like time-worn jewellery, our hardware records the passage of time and use. The pace and character of this transformation depend entirely on handling and the surrounding environment, with no fixed timeline.
Dark Brass
Dark Brass is a matte finish artisanally pre-aged to evoke the depth of brass darkened over decades. Over time, untouched areas will darken further, while frequent use will gradually reveal lighter brass tones beneath, just as with naturally aged and darkened brass. With heavy use, touched areas may also become smoother and more polished, creating a natural contrast between light and dark.
Care for Dark Brass:
If the surface becomes wet or oily, dry immediately with a soft cloth. Do not polish or use detergents, as this may change the character of the finish.
Amber Brass
Amber Brass is a matte finish in a warm tone with a softly aged appearance from the outset. As it patinates, the tone will deepen and develop natural variation. Areas of frequent touch will slowly become smoother and slightly more polished, while untouched areas remain matte, revealing the material’s evolving character.
Care for Amber Brass:
If the surface becomes wet or oily, dry immediately with a soft cloth. Do not polish or use detergents, as this may change the character of the finish.
Polished Brass
Polished Brass begins bright and reflective and gradually deepens to a warmer, darker tone over time. With continued use, the surface becomes less glossy and more matte, creating a naturally lived-in patina.
Care for Polished Brass:
If the surface becomes wet or oily, dry immediately with a soft cloth. Do not use detergents, as this may change the finish’s character. If a brighter finish is desired, polished brass can be repolished using a suitable metal polish to restore its sheen and tone.
Satin Nickel
Satin Nickel has a soft, satin-matte surface from the outset. Over time, areas that are less touched may darken slightly, while frequent use can gently polish the surface, giving it a smoother and more reflective appearance.
Care for Satin Nickel:
If the surface becomes wet or oily, dry immediately with a soft cloth. Do not polish or use detergents, as this may change the character of the finish.
Polished Nickel
Polished Nickel features a bright, mirrored surface that will gradually soften over time. Areas that are less frequently touched may darken slightly, and with continued use the polished surface can become more matte, creating a subtle, lived-in character.
Care for Polished Nickel:
If the surface becomes wet or oily, dry immediately with a soft cloth. Do not use detergents, as this may change the finish’s character. If a brighter finish is desired, polished nickel can be repolished using a suitable metal polish to restore its sheen and tone.
