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Lasting Finishes on Copper

I have been working with copper ornaments, Garden and pond embellishments and wall hanging for years but have never found a finish that I am happy with.
Spraying with lacquer is ok but just doesn't last.
I have used various Patina's and oxidization treatments that are ok for effect but is not a the lasting finish I like.

George Thomson
Hobby and business - B.C. Canada

"nothing lasts forever but the earth and sky" -- Kansas

A. I think that lacquer is probably the right approach, George, but there are many different kinds and formulations, and you may need to try a bunch or work with a lacquer specialist to choose a good one.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey

Hi George,

adv.
Take a look at Sharkhide ⇦this on eBay or Amazon [affil links] Metal Protectant. Our customers use it quite often on things like decorative brass and copper items. It's perfectly clear, and won't peel, flake, or yellow once you've applied it.

I hope this helps,

Clint Bland
O'Fallon, Illinois