Brass is an alloy of copper and
zinc and is used mainly for decorative purposes. The excellent and high
class look of brass makes it one of the most sought after metal alloy
for casting door hardware. Brass door fasteners are widely preferred by
customers for their sophisticated look. The advantage of using brass
fastener is that brass is highly corrosion resistant and looks new for a
long time.
Brass
fasteners match all types of contemporary doors and also enhance the
interior decor of your home. The brass door fittings including fasteners
are have a great demand both in national as well as global market. The
excellent beauty and shine of brass fasteners make them customer's
favourite.
Design & Finish
Decorative Brass fasteners come in a wide array of designs and
finishes. Mostly simple designs are preferred for fasteners and
sometimes they also have ornamental designs in them. Artistically carved
brass fasteners look elegant and is an ideal choice for using at homes
and offices. Customized designs and finishes are also available for
brass fasteners.
The finishes available in brass fasteners are varied. Brass is prone to
blackish tarnish and hence brass fasteners are lacquered to prevent
tarnishing. Brass door fasteners come in a wide range of finishes like
copper, silver, antique, patina, lacquer etc. These finishes are used to
adorn the brass fasteners.
Metal Care Tips for Decorative Brass Fasteners
- Brass fasteners have a tendency to black due to the over-use or
misuse of polish. Hence care needs to be taken to remove or inhibit
tarnish. To prevent this, it is suggested to apply trace amount of
polish over the metal surface.
- Heavy abrasives should be avoided for cleaning brass fasteners.
- Unlacquered brass fasteners tarnish on exposure to air. A weekly
wiping with little liquid ammonia on a soft cloth will help retain
the shine of unlacquered brass fasteners.
- Heavy tarnish, difficult stains and corrosion from brass
fasteners can be removed by cleaning it with a piece of cloth dipped
in hot, soapy water or a weak ammonia and water solution.