Duquette Brass finish is a smooth light-reflecting surface. We do not lacquer brass unless it is specifically requested, as the finish will age naturally to a mellower gold brown patina over the years. CARE: Dust with a dry cotton cloth. To maintain the bright gold color, we recommend a non-paste polish such as “Nevr-Dull”.
Starting with a matte surface the patina is applied and allowed to darken further to a deep, warm brown black and then rubbed by hand to bring up the natural highlights of the metal. It is traditionally finished with wax, letting the patina develop organically over time. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
Duquette Bronze is a rich, variegated finish with wonderful impressions of the hand cast process apparent in its surface. We do not lacquer bronze unless it is specifically requested, as the finish will age naturally to a mellower gold brown patina over the years. CARE: Dust with a dry cotton cloth. To maintain a brighter color, we recommend a non-paste polish such as “Nevr-Dull”.
This bright and resilient stainless steel and nickel finish is resistant to harsher conditions and humidity. A great finish for bathrooms and kitchens, it retains its luster without lacquer in damp environments. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This finish is obtained by polishing, oxidizing, and rubbing the brass by hand to create a dark aged look. It is traditionally finished with wax, letting the patina develop organically over time. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
Duquette Antique Bronze is a rich, variegated finish with wonderful impressions of the hand cast process apparent in its surface, subtly darkened to accentuate the effects of age and weather. It is traditionally finished with wax, letting the patina develop organically over time. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This patina is hand worked into a base surface of matte stainless steel and nickel to darken the low points and brighten the high points for a silver gray aged look. It is traditionally finished with wax. The luster is easily maintained without lacquer. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This patina is hand worked into a base surface of softly polished stainless steel and nickel to accentuate the details and approximate the look of antique silver. It is traditionally left plain, and the luster is easily maintained without lacquer. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This richly colored surface is a fired-on powdercoat finish with hand-painted accents. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This richly colored surface is a fired-on powdercoat finish with contrasting hand-painted accents. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This richly colored surface is a fired-on powdercoat finish with hand-painted accents. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This richly colored surface is a fired-on powdercoat finish with hand-painted accents. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This richly colored surface is a fired-on powdercoat finish with contrasting hand-painted accents. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
This sculptural material based on the properties of plant resins is hand-cast by our artisans, giving it natural variations in coloration and surface details. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
Italian-made sheets of pure 23K gold leaf are hand applied to the surface of each fixture to create a delicately varied, non-tarnishing, gilded surface. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
Italian-made sheets of soft and lustrous silver-white Palladium leaf are hand applied to the surface of each fixture to create a delicately varied, non-tarnishing, gilded surface. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth and maintain with periodic feather dusting. Use no abrasive cleaners.
Duquette Burnished Brass is achieved by hand rubbing our polished brass, lending a warm and softened tone to the metal. This finish will very slowly patinate over time to a golden brown hue. We seal this finish with clear wax. CARE: Clean with a soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners.
Starting with a matte surface the patina is applied and allowed to darken further to a deep, warm brown black. It is traditionally finished with wax, letting the patina develop organically over time. CARE: Clean with soft cloth. Use no abrasive cleaners. Maintain with periodic dusting. This finish will develop a verdigris look in a damp environment.
A wide range of custom finishes are also available. We would be pleased to provide a quote based on the submission of your sample. Please contact your showroom for details.
Samples of our finishes are available for viewing at our showrooms. Please contact your salesperson to obtain an off-site sample, or download a printable finish sheet.
