Cleaning Advice Aged Brass (AB)
Aged Brass (AB)
Aged brass is a class apart. The finish has a naturally aged look, achieved through the manner in which the material is worked. The ageing contributes to the allure of this colour and gives the tap a stunning appearance. Water, air, cleaning products and touching it all have a positive influence on the material, and only serve to make it more and more beautiful. Please note: this finish has an industrially-applied irreversibly-aged patina which cannot be polished.
The AB finish is a pure metal finish, it will or can discolour through external uses or influences (oxidation) and form a natural patina, this quality is expected in the product supplied.
Living Colours
This finish is part of the Living Colours series. This means that the faucets are finished without surface protection and will develop a natural patina due to external influences. These faucets should not be cleaned with a bathroom cleaner and should only be wiped down with a cloth.
Cleaning tips and tricks
Nobody wants to spend hours on their hands and knees cleaning off limescale build-up in the bathroom. Luckily you won't need to - follow our advice to keep your bathroom shiny and clean! The tips and tricks below will help keep your taps looking amazing.
- Tip 1: dry with a soft (hand) towel or cloth.
- Tip 2: be careful when using sharp objects
- Tip 3: remove limescale from the nozzles
This finish can and should only be cleaned with lukewarm water. Ensure that no cleaning agents are used under any circumstances. Follow these cleaning instructions below to prevent damage and complaints, both when using and cleaning taps and showers Damage caused by the careless use or cleaning is not included in the terms of our warranty. Hotbath items are fully manufactured from high-quality brass.
Tip 1: Dry with a soft (Hand) towel or cloth
After each use, it’s important to thoroughly dry the faucets with a soft (hand) towel. This prevents water spots and limescale buildup, keeping the shine intact.
Tip 2: Be careful with sharp objects
Do not use sharp or abrasive objects when cleaning the faucets. These can damage the surface and cause scratches. We strongly advise against using scouring pads, abrasive cleaners, and microfiber cloths. Also, be cautious with jewelry.
Tip 3: Remove limescale from the nozzles
Limescale can accumulate in the nozzles of the faucets. Regularly removing it ensures optimal water flow and extends the life of the faucet. This can easily be done by rubbing your hand over the nozzles while showering.
What Hotbath does not recommend
- Using a cleaning agent that contains hydrochloric acid, vinegar or any other aggressive acid or chlorine;
- Using an (industrial) cleaning agent that contains phosphorus; mixing different cleaning agents;
- Using aggressive cleaning agents, scouring sponges and microfiber cloths;
Even products like shampoo, colour rinses, shower gels and liquid soap can cause damage. Taps must also be thoroughly rinsed with water afterwards. Using a soft cloth on taps and showers after showering/bathing keeps the products free from limescale for longer.
Important advice when using a water softener
When using a water softener, you must pay close attention to the advice from your supplier regarding the adjustment of the system. Improperly adjusted water softeners can cause irreversible damage to metal surfaces that come into contact with drying shower or bath water. This damage is recognisable by what is known as an orange effect on polished finishes or non-polishable marks on brushed finishes. Hotbath fittings affected in this way are not covered by any form of guarantee.