Is there any way to make copper patina faster than normal?
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Morgan C
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I have copper tops on my fence and some are still shiny while others have started to turn. I want them all to be the same if thats possible.
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is there any way to make copper patina faster than normal? i have copper tops on my fence and some are still shiny while others have started to turn. i want them all to be the same if thats possible.
Morgan C
on Apr 03, 2012
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Morgan, they may have been sealed with something to reduce the patination. I had exactly that issue with post caps I bought. Try scrubbing them with steel wool, then wiping on vinegar or lemon juice.
Douglas Hunt
on Apr 03, 2012
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Thanks! for the hint, Douglas. I just installed copper fence post caps and I am going to make note of your "scoop" in my file for future use.
Bonnie B
on Apr 04, 2012
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Bonnie, some manufacturers are apparently under the impression that people do not want copper to do what it is supposed to do. I am not in that camp.
Douglas Hunt
on Apr 04, 2012
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