Keeping your copper sinks in beautiful shape is fairly easy, and in most cases, it is also maintenance free. The copper metal in your sinks changes over time reacting with various elements. Your copper sinks over time will age and look even more beautiful as more time passes. It develops a natural patina that is rich and beautiful to look at. There are a few simple guidelines to follow to keep your copper sinks looking beautiful for many many years to come.

You might think that you would need to buy and use copper cleaners to keep your sinks in the best condition. The fact is, you dont need any type of cleaner. Actually, you should avoid using any abrasive materials or harsh chemicals on any copper sinks as these may harm the surface and the finish. However, to keep your sink bright and shiny, you will need to periodically clean and rebuff your sinks with a copper cleaner such as Wrights Copper Cream. After cleaning your sinks, you should then protect the surface with a wax coating or you can also chose to lacquer it with a clear lacquer. As we said in the first paragraph, if you want the copper finish to change with time and acquire its own unique and natural patina, then all you need to do is wait and the sink will slowly age.

If you have hard water, keep your copper sinks and drains dry by wiping it with a soft cloth after every use to avoid the hard water spotting. Hard water will affect copper as it would any other type of metal, and it will be difficult to remove after they affect into the finish. You can further protect your copper sinks from these minerals by periodically applying Renaissance Wax. This will help maintain its luster and provide better water runoff. You can also slow down the patina process by applying the Renaissance Wax to the copper surface periodically to help maintain the luster and provide better water runoff.

Don't leave any acid based foods in your copper sinks for a prolonged period of time such as tomatoes, oranges or lemons. The acid in these foods may produce a shiny spot on your finish. If it does occur, clean it with soap and water and wait for the finish to recover its patina. The spot will blend back with the rest of the copper over time.