Oil Rubbed Bronze Shower Faucet
Would you like to give your shower room a new lease of life? But don’t have the money available to spend on actually remodeling the space as whole. Then why not think about purchasing a nice set of oil rubbed bronze bathroom faucet fixtures for the shower.
This type of finish has been around for many centuries as it was the only way that was found to be effective at preventing metal from deteriorating over time prior to the development of protective lacquers or finishes. Yet not only did people find that this method help to protect the metal but through constant recoating it also makes the item look more pleasing to the eye.
When it comes to creating these types of finishes on faucets is done through an oxidation process. The color that is created on these bronze faucets is achieved today by it being immersed in a special chemical solution. The solution then is heated and this is what results in the oxidation process occurring as it causes a reaction between it and the metal immersed in it.
Then after this process to create an even more worn appearance to the surface of the faucets any excess oxidation that coats the metal is removed so the original surface appears. Then to help preserve the new appearance on the metal a thin coat of oil and wax is applied. It is the final stage where the finish is created by rubbing manually that results in it being called oil rubbed bronze.
So why should you be thinking about installing an oil rubbed bronze shower faucet? Below we take a look at some of the reasons below.
Reason 1 – When it comes to metals such as brass as time passes they begin to look more beautiful and this is exactly the same when it comes to oil rubbed bronze. However the time you need to wait to get that look isn’t as long as you would have to wait with plain brass. In fact the look you are after is available straightaway and then over time the appearance will be enhanced more as it grows older.
Reason 2 – As with all other forms of metal used to create faucets for the home you will find that there are plenty of different styles and sizes to choose from. So being able to find one that suits the décor of your shower room will not prove as much of a challenge as you first imagined. However, don’t limit yourself to looking in your local DIY or hardware store for these types of faucets, it is worth considering purchasing them online.
Reason 3 – Although the process that is used to create the finish on these types of faucets is quite long winded it makes them more aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Plus you will find that in comparison to other types of faucets especially those that are made from chrome are much more durable.
Reason 4 – When buying an oil rubbed bronze shower faucet for your home will generally cost more than the conventional types there are still bargains to be had. The best place of course to search for a good price on an item is online. However, don’t just limit yourself to websites that specifically deal in these items but also look at sites such as Craig’s Adverts or even eBay or Amazon. You may be pleasantly surprised at the deals available.
Once you have purchased any type of shower faucets for your home that are of the oil rubbed bronze kind then you must take care of them properly. If you do take care of them correctly then they will retain the look that they had when first installed for many years to come. Below we offer a few tips that you may find useful and help to ensure that you take care of yours properly.
Tip 1 – Following the installation of your new oil rubbed bronze shower faucets you may discover that quite a lot of the oil and wax applied originally has worn away. So immediately after you have installed the faucets you should apply a coating of furniture wax (not aerosol polish) to them. It is important that you apply a generous amount of the wax to the entire surface of the faucet and allow it a few minutes to then become a little hardened. After the time has elapsed you need to rub off any excess wax from the faucet with a clean soft cloth. Preferably use a cloth that is made from cotton if at all possible.
Tip 2 – It is important that you repeat the process we have mentioned above on a regular basis. Ideally it is a good idea to carry out the whole process of applying a generous amount of wax, allowing it to set and then remove any excess from the surface every month at least.
By carrying out this simple little task on a routine basis can help the oxidation process to build up sufficiently especially to those areas that your hands won’t touch. However, where your hands do touch then worn patches will appear and this helps to allow the copper tone of the metal to appear and make it look more pleasing to those who see it.
What you need to remember is that through regular waxing of the oil rubbed bronze shower faucet you have installed not only helps it to retain its looks, but will help to ensure that they last much longer. So of course where you may have to think about replacing other faucets in your home in a few years time with this type don’t expect to be worried about having to replace them at all.
So for anyone who is thinking about making some drastic changes to their shower room but do not want to have to completely remodel. Then of course the installation of good quality oil rubbed bronze shower faucet sets should be seriously considered. Yes the initial cost of installing them may be high but are a wise investment as they won’t need to be replaced as quickly as some others.
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