Product Description
As natural weathering proceeds, the metal exposed to the atmosphere changes in hue from the natural salmon pink colour through a series of russet brown shades to light and dark chocolate browns and finally to the ultimate and beautiful blue-green or gray-green patina.
During the initial weeks of exposure, particularly in a humid atmosphere or in areas of frequent rainfall, radical colour changes often take place with iridescent pinks, oranges and reds interspersed with brassy yellows, blues, greens and purples. During continued exposure, these interference colours fade and are replaced by relatively uniform russet brown shades referred to as statuary or oxidised finishes.
The weathering of copper will reach a final equilibrium with its local environment. This state of equilibrium is very stable and no further weathering will occur after this state is reached. However, the final equilibrium colour varies depending on orientation, slope, and local weather conditions. Birdlife can be very particular and this bird-house is sometimes exactly what they are looking for!
