The other consideration is whether you live really close to the ocean or not. Our projects are almost all on the beach coast of California and because of the indoor-outdoor living prevalent in our design we take the salt air into consideration when picking. Because of the use of the large movable glass walls and bifold glass walls that we use on lots of projects, the entire living area is open to the ocean has effect on more than just exterior choices.
Let’s take a look at some of the most common finishes available for architectural ironmongery, and assess whether they are suitable for exterior coastal use.
Solid Brass: YES if unlacquered, NO if Lacquered.
Polished Chrome: YES if used on a solid brass base metal, NO if used on a zamak base metal.
Satin Chrome: YES if used on a solid brass base metal, NO if used on a zamak base metal.
Satin Nickel: YES if used on a solid brass base metal, NO if used on a zamak base metal.
Antique Brass: YES if the finish is created by oxidization, NO if it is a plated finish.
Black Ironmongery: YES but with care and maintenance
Porcelain and Ceramic: YES.
Aluminium: NO.
Wood and Timber: YES but with care and maintenance.
Stainless Steel: Grade 316 only, may corrode by the sea.
Solid Pewter: YES
Plain Cast Iron: NO
Glass: YES, but be aware of the base metal of the rose or backplate.
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BM Sweet Spring is the wall color.
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