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Textures & Finishes
RANGE FINISHES
ORIGINAL IRON (PAGES 3-6)
BLACK WAX - A traditional method of protecting the iron piece, a natural beeswax coating.
This is the oldest form of metal protection, the wax is applied while the iron is still hot, and usually applied on the forge, this floods into
the fine scale and once dry form a barrier and can be buffed or left matt.
This finish is suitable for indoors and should not be exposed to damp conditions. As this is a hand finished product there will be some
small variation in finished job, only adding more character and rustic charm.
CARE - A light wipe over with beeswax with keep your ironwork in top condition. For extensive cleaning ie de~rusting and rewaxing please
call us for a price to redress your ironwork.
RUSTIC IRON (PAGES 7-8)
RUSTICS WAXED
A clear coating of blended oils and waxes, this method slightly darkens the natural colour of the steel, but still allows
the iron hues to show through,
Care ~ The products may be slightly tacky when delivered, this is acting as protection to the product but can be buffed
with a soft cloth, periodic application of clear wax or light oil may be required.
YORVIK IRON (PAGES 10-12)
RUSTIX
A traditional clear beeswax finish is applied allowing the subtle colours of the forged metal to show, giving hues from deep ochre
reds to black brown.
CARE - Suitable for indoors please wipe with beeswax paste
PATINE
This pewtery colour is obtained through a system of corrosion inhibitors. Products treated in this way are suitable for
outdoors,
CARE - Regular cleaning with beeswax based products will enhance and prolong the life of the ironwork.
KIRKPATRICK RANGE (PAGES 13-19)
Cast malleable iron produced is Wallsall England, is made from whiteheart malleable iron the most appropriate material for this
style of ironmongery, renowned for its strength and durability to offer long life of the product.
The Kirkpatrick range is recognized throughout the villages all over the UK for it’s Black decorative hinges and latches. To
create the most durable and hardwearing of finishes, the products are dipped in liquid paint, stove dried and then black powder
coated and cured by stoving. This prevents rusting but moving parts should be oiled regularly.
CARE - Wipe over with a light oiled cloth to protect the surface from harmful deposits, this is even more critical near the coast as the salt in the sea air can
have a corrosive effect in the ironwork.
BRASS
Brass comes either in a polished or aged finish see description of product for the particular finish. Most of the door knobs
are made from solid brass, however see the description for further details.
Care - They are not lacquered so just need a polish occasionally to keep the appearance.
NICKEL
Solid brass with nickel plating – highly polished appearance.
CARE - as per brass, do not use abrasive cleaners as this will damage the surface.
IRON
Aged iron is hand finished to give the truly aged appearance and authenticity.
CARE - wipe over with a light oil periodically to enhance the metal. Do not use abrasives as this will damage the surface.
GIARA
They are manufactured from Britanium or Bronze, to give the distinctive style to this range. These metals are then finished to give
a variation on the natural metal, Natural and aged bronze, britanium or verde imperial (marbled verdigris).
CARE - wipe with non abrasive products. They are unlacquered so will age over time and develop a natural patina.
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