Zinc is a very popular material used by top architects and designers in both commercial and residential applications.
Zinc is a safe, healthy, and practically indestructible metal that is meant to last generations.
Zinc is among the few light colored metals that connote an old-world charm. Zinc portrays a warmer tone than stainless steel.
Zinc is best shown having a slightly distressed or antiqued surface, rather than as a pristine metal.
It is meant to change and acquire a patina or pattern of use over time.
Zinc behaves similarly to copper, pewter and bronze. If left alone, zinc will naturally begin to acquire a hazy gray patina.
When combined with foods or other household materials, zinc may acquire a pattern of use that includes light and dark areas and ring-shapes. If left untreated, these marks will form a pattern of use patina as they begin to merge. This patina represents the old-world charm of zinc when seen in its historical applications.
It is important to understand zinc’s reactions and behaviors to be able to fully appreciate the opportunities in zinc.
To make sure that zinc is the correct material for you, we recommend testing the material by ordering samples to work with before placing your order.
While zinc is a tough, durable metal, it can be scratched by coarse materials or from heavy daily use. Please refer to our care and maintenance guide on how to treat minor scratches if you feel the top needs dressing up.
Solid uncoated metals like zinc do not actually stain. Most discolorations left on the surface are only molecules-deep and can be scrubbed out to start fresh if you do not like how the finish is aging. Please see our care instructions for how to maintain the finish or how to restore it to a matte finish.
I sincerely hope you enjoy zinc in your home or in your restaurant as much as our clients have over the last ten years.
Thank you for your business.
Sincerely,
Richard Brooks
Owner, Brooks Custom