![]() However, it is always advisable, particularly if the coloring is to be done immediately after installation, to go over the surface with a commercial chemical metal cleaner. This involves removal of the residual film of oil left on copper and brass sheets from mill rolling operations, and fingerprints and dirt deposited on the surface during handling and installation.Ī few hard rainstorms may clean the surfaces sufficiently to start operations. The copper surfaces to be colored must be clean, as any dirt, oil or grease on the surface will interfere with the chemical action of the solution. These potential shortcomings should be considered when attempting to artificially duplicate a weathering process which may take from five to seven years in coastal or industrial environments, longer in rural areas, and may perhaps never develop in some climates and atmospheres.Īrtificial patinas for architectural applications such as copper roofs, grilles, and statues have an inherent requirement which dictates that the solution has to be one which can be brushed or sprayed because of the large surface areas normally involved. In artificially producing or accelerating the formation of a patina, success seems to depend on the manner in which the solutions are applied, the weather conditions under which the treatment is carried out, and perhaps most important, on the climate to which the treated surfaces are exposed.īecause of the number of variables involved, chemically induced patinas are prone to lack of adhesion, excessive staining of adjacent materials or inability to achieve reasonable color uniformity over large surface areas. The basic chloride salts of copper are not only fairly soluble, but photosensitive as well. In seacoast locations, chloride salts may form an essential part of the patina film. Carbonate and chloride salts of copper may also be present in varying concentrations. In natural patination the major coloring agent in the film is basic copper sulfate. Because of the time required to achieve this, much research has been done on artificial patination, with varying success. ![]() Voila, the wood turns dark.The much admired natural protective coating of a blue-green patina characterizes older copper roofs, including ancient cathedrals as well as bronze statues and other copper metal surfaces exposed to the weather. Then brush on the steel wool/vinegar (don't forget to strain the wool). ![]() In another jar, he mixed black tea with water. He put a steel wool pad into a jar of vinegar and let it sit for a bit. The company is Provenza, Pompeii collection and the color is Amiata.ĭistressed wood: The wood is cedar that's been treated to look distressed! My client is brilliant, so he did some googling (is that a word?) and came across several sites that had a recipe to do just that. The finish was either the chestnut or iron.įloors: European Oak that is wired brushed. The hardware is from Restoration hardware-Dakota cup and Dakota round knob. The finish was either the chestnut or iron. Hardware: Restoration hardware, Dakota cup and Dakota round knob. Sink: Krauss, model KHF200-30, stainless steel An apron sink, Ann Sacks bronze accent tile, green glass pendants lighting and new window treatments transition this kitchen into the current decade!įor more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: The mixture of grey green cabinets with the distressed wood floors and ceilings, gives this farmhouse kitchen a feeling of warmth.Ĭabinets: Brookhaven and the color is Green Stoneīenjamin Moore paint color: There's not an exact match for Green Stone, but Gettysburg Grey, HC 107 is close. An existing room off the kitchen now works as the main dining area and even houses a fireplace! Hardworking quartz countertops were used to keep maintenance easy, and professional style appliances were added for this home cook to really get cooking in the kitchen. With the added space, a larger island was added with seating for casual dining. We eliminated the wall between the kitchen and the (rarely used) dining room which opened up the whole first floor and created the open plan that the homeowners wanted. In addition to the look of the space, this 1970’s neo-Tudor home also had a very traditional floorplan which was given new life for today’s living. Take traditional cabinetry and sprinkle in a few updated accents and voila! ![]() ![]() Do you still have the option to remodel your kitchen in a traditional style and not have it look instantly dated? The answer is yes! This kitchen is a perfect example of how to do that. Maybe those designs are appealing, but you’re are just not feeling it for your own space or traditional suburban home filled with traditional furniture. DOWNLOAD NOWįrom dark and dated to bright and beautiful, who says you can't take your kitchen from the past into the future? Open almost any design magazine today and you will see tons of examples of contemporary and transitional design. ![]()
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