Brass Product Care
All of our products are solid brass, crafted to exacting standards. Each OMNIA design is hand polished and highly buffed, after which a hard, transparent lacquer finish is baked on for extra durability.
All OMNIA brass base product, either plated or lacquered, will eventually age, which is the natural process.
The speed at which this process occurs varies according to many different factors. Lacquer can break down due to atmospheric conditions, exposure to cleaning products, paints, stains or even water; elements over which we have no control.
If you wish to maintain the rich luster of its original polished or satin condition, some steps are necessary.
We Recommend:
- After initial installation, you may choose to apply a non-abrasive wax (such as beeswax) to the entire visible trim and polish with a soft flannel cloth. Please follow the wax manufacturer’s instructions carefully. We recommend this process be done monthly to maintain the highly polished finish. (The wax will protect the brass from outside elements, however it will not prevent scratching.)
- For unlacquered and living finishes, do not apply any waxes and allow your hardware to age naturally.
- For plated or lacquered finishes, you may also use a non-abrasive, mild detergent and a slightly damp microfiber cloth to periodically clean any dirt or fingerprints from the hardware.
We DO NOT Recommend:
- Do not use any harsh cleaning products such as bleach-based, alcohol-based or ammonia-based cleaning products.
- Do not use any cloths that are rough or have been used with other cleaning solvents.
- Do not use any polishes that have any type of abrasive component.
Stainless Steel Care
Exposure to certain chemical or environmental conditions may promote surface oxidation. Please be aware that this is not an abnormality in the stainless steel but a reaction on the surface of the finish to the chemical environment which be can removed with a stainless steel polish or an abrasive pad.
Stainless Steel PVD Care
Although the OMNIA PVD finishes are highly resistant to the effects of weather and normal use, they do require periodic maintenance. A build-up may occur if it is not performed, which may create a haze or darker look to the finish. This is neither tarnish nor an abnormality in the PVD finish. OMNIA PVD finishes can be maintained simply by wiping with a soft cloth and glass cleaner; or as an alternative, a non-abrasive metal polish. Rubbing alcohol may also be used to clean the surface of PVD finishes. DO NOT use metal polishes that contain abrasives.
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OMNIA is committed to providing you with an unparalleled selection of quality hardware that is both durable and has long-lasting beauty. Our goals are straightforward: beautiful products that enhance their setting, perform flawlessly and are sensibly priced.