Does the copper have lacquer on it or do you have to constantly polish them? Are the coated so you don't need to ruin the beautiful shine????
241721
We love our set. They are on our panty shelf so they get handled pretty regularly. I don't see any signs of tarnish or prints. They also have a nice seal. I have no problem recommending this set.
241722
I don't believe I would purchase these again......Hasn't even been a year and they are already pitted and spots where copper is worn through. They are very pretty but not worth the value.
241723
The canisters are completely finished with a high liqueur shine, what you see is what you get. The wife wipes hers on occasion just to keep them shiney shiney but that's a woman thing. The only problem we had with them is the air tight seal on the sugar canister (2nd biggest) was installed improperly and really needed to be replaced but I straightened it up the best I could and it seals air tight and it actually looks good, if I do say so myself. You won't go wrong buying these there great and look great. I also purchased my wife all the copper I could, salt & pepper shaker, cookie jar and kitchen tool canister etc. They all look great. Hope this helps. The canisters are completely finished with a high liqueur shine, what you see is what you get. The wife wipes hers on occasion just to keep them shiney shiney but that's a woman thing. The only problem we had with them is the air tight seal on the sugar canister (2nd biggest) was installed improperly and really needed to be replaced but I straightened it up the best I could and it seals air tight and it actually looks good, if I do say so myself. You won't go wrong buying these there great and look great. I also purchased my wife all the copper I could, salt & pepper shaker, cookie jar and... » Read More The canisters are completely finished with a high liqueur shine, what you see is what you get. The wife wipes hers on occasion just to keep them shiney shiney but that's a woman thing. The only problem we had with them is the air tight seal on the sugar canister (2nd biggest) was installed improperly and really needed to be replaced but I straightened it up the best I could and it seals air tight and it actually looks good, if I do say so myself. You won't go wrong buying these there great and look great. I also purchased my wife all the copper I could, salt & pepper shaker, cookie jar and kitchen tool canister etc. They all look great. Hope this helps. « Show Less
241724
They ARE lacquer-coated and I am careful NOT to use anything but a soft, clean cloth on them. The first part of the lacquer to wear off will be the tops of the canisters where the kitchen grease settles, but I use only mild, soapy water to gently remove it. My last similar set lasted over 30 years and even then I have recycled the canister part as plant pots (until the lacquer wears off). Very, very easy to care for; I use them mostly for show. They should remain just as coppery beautiful as the day they were purchased for years. Since each canister is not labeled, they can hold whatever I want.... They ARE lacquer-coated and I am careful NOT to use anything but a soft, clean cloth on them. The first part of the lacquer to wear off will be the tops of the canisters where the kitchen grease settles, but I use only mild, soapy water to gently remove it. My last similar set lasted over 30 years and even then I have recycled the canister part as plant pots (until the lacquer wears off). Very, very easy to care for; I use them mostly for show. They should remain just as coppery beautiful as the day they were purchased for years. Since each canister is not labeled, they can hold whatever I... » Read More They ARE lacquer-coated and I am careful NOT to use anything but a soft, clean cloth on them. The first part of the lacquer to wear off will be the tops of the canisters where the kitchen grease settles, but I use only mild, soapy water to gently remove it. My last similar set lasted over 30 years and even then I have recycled the canister part as plant pots (until the lacquer wears off). Very, very easy to care for; I use them mostly for show. They should remain just as coppery beautiful as the day they were purchased for years. Since each canister is not labeled, they can hold whatever I want.... « Show Less
241725
I believe it has a coating on them. I have had my set for over 2years and all I have done is wipe them
241726
They are treated, but there isn't any heavy clear coat either. We have had our set for more than a year and no signs of wear or fade what so ever. Finish is nice and easy to care for
241727
Well you don't have to polish them at all...but......they are showing signs of rust or something on them that can't come off...I am very disappointed with them I thought they would last forever...it is little marks on them that are very small but are permanent..I plan to get ceramic next time..I love the copper look but it doesn't work ..my last copper pans rusted on the bottom and that was worse...big rings every week on the counter...
951188
It's hard for me to say. The finish I used it on was not smooth. I would say more of a semi gloss finish. I have used it on a brass cash register and it has performed extremely well on keeping its shine and preventing tarnish.
181221
They are bright but not coated. Would need to be buffed, then clear-coated to stay polished looking.
1217090
These are not coated with anything. As a result, they will discolour with normal use. A little bit of Wright's Copper Cream will polish them back up.
1117982
I'm surprised to read the answer that mentions using this copper polish like old school silver polish is used (apply a thin layer to tarnished sliver, allow to dry to a haze, rub hard until tarnish is removed--your rag will turn BLACK--, finish with a clean soft cloth). This copper polish is meant to be rubbed on the dull copper after wetting the little sponge in hot water, dipping into the creme, and rubbing onto the metal you have run hot water onto. It takes VERY little effort to get bright shiny copper, and leaves no swirl marks or scratches. So glad Amazon carries it!
1000088
i have polished nickel. it looks great, but never again i will have it in my house. i have to wipe my faucets after every use in order to keep them nice and sparking clean. if the water drop dries on it, it creates a stain. my other bathroom has polished chrome. - i can leave it for a week, and after wiping with a wet sponge and buffing with a terry towel it looks as good as new. i used to be paranoid about my polished nickel, but now i clean with flitz once a year and it looks not bad at all. (but i wipe it dry with the terry towels after almost every use). hope this helps
1688150
Can someone confirm: is the exterior of the 10" copper whipping bowl lacquered? It appears that it's polished, but not lacquered; otherwise it should not tarnish. The exterior of my bowl has begun to tarnish in just one month and after 3 uses. It's carefully washed with warm water and soap after each use. Thanks.
1245465
It polishes copper very well. It is the best and fastest polish I have ever used. It also adds protection from tarnish.
1125106
We just hand wash them with dish soap and water. We have not had any issues with tarnishing, and have had some for several years!
946235
I used it on some interior detailed brass statues They look great, and I expect the Brass Lacquer will preserve there brilliance for many years. I have a Copula on top of my Garage with a copper roof an a copper flying Goose weather vein on top. I haven't properly lacquered the roof yet but I did bring in the Goose & cleaned it very good & applied 2 coats of the Lacquer in October 2013 an it still looks great. It was the first time I had even thought about a protective coating to show off the copper finish. It seems a shame people purchase cooper or brass decorative outside attachments for their homes, as myself, and feel it the norm to let them fade to Patina (oxidation). When you can coat it and keep the cooper or brass luster you bought it for. I can't wait to Lacquer the Cupola roof. Longevity is a question an abuse from the elements, but for as good as it looks, it seems worth putting on the Spring Clean-up list. Hope this helps. Ya can't loose by trying. A proper cleaning & prep is the key before applying.
1245463
Yes if real copper and no if varnished or coated. Remove varnish or coating first. Use the ball available from Amazon to breeze through the job. Green corrosion will remove with vinegar and water applied liberally, then Flitz away. You may find the corrosion has eaten through the copper leaving tiny pin holes, or more. Seal these after cleaning.
774494
Positively Not! The polish is sticky and dries to a high shine. Needs no buffing. In fact buffing might remove the polish and/or stick to the buffer. .
1217092
I bought these last summer - I don't think there's a coating based on how the copper ages. Nice mugs, great for Moscow Mules!
2117299
The user instructions say that the outside surfaces will need polish eventually after a good bit of use. In my experience with other copper pots, polishing is only necessary a couple times per year. Don't let that keep you from buying the set.
1976349
I agree with the previous replies, they are neither shiny or dull. I would say they are brushed.
1440060
I gave two of these as Christmas gifts, both recipients report that they have cleaned Silver, Gold and Rose Gold just fine. They love these jewelry cleaners. Everything sparkles! So far, no one has tried copper or brass in them tho. Hope this helps.
1000090
i have polished nickel. it looks great, but never again i will have it in my house. i have to wipe my faucets after every use in order to keep them nice and sparking clean. if the water drop dries on it, it creates a stain. my other bathroom has polished chrome. - i can leave it for a week, and after wiping with a wet sponge and buffing with a terry towel it looks as good as new.i used to be paranoid about my polished nickel, but now i clean with flitz once a year and it looks not bad at all. (but i wipe it dry with the terry towels after almost every use). hope this helps