Sunday, September 6, 2015

A Homeowner's Guide To Choosing Copper Top Dining Tables

By Daphne Bowen


If you want to add a dynamic splash of color to your home, you may want to think about adding metal items to your home. One option is to look for copper top dining tables or side tables. Here are some of the advantages to this metal and suggestions about how to pick the perfect item for your home.

Different metals have different feels to them. While stainless steel can also be stunning to look at, many individuals find that it can feel cold, clinical and sterile. This may be a bonus if you have a design scheme that is industrial or modern but for other homeowners, this may not be the effect that they are looking for.

Copper is a metal that is softer than other metals but which has a warm and comfortable feel to it and this makes it more appealing to many individuals. It is used in many decorating styles such as western style and Spanish styles so copper is a great option if that is the kind of design look you are trying to achieve.

It also changes color over time. This is part of a natural oxidation process that turns the bright reddish surface to a darker, green color. If you look at the roof on many older buildings, the green-blue color you see is the natural color of copper that has tarnished and oxidized over time. Treating the metal with a clear coat so that it doesn't get exposed to air can help slow or prevent this change. You need to consider whether you want copper treated in this way when choosing a table for your home.

You may want to consider that this metal can be very soft. Unlike steel, it can be scratched, dented and bent. While it is possible to fix some damage, if you are concerned about durability you may want to speak to dealers about which models are the most durable and which can be repaired easily if damage does occur.

There are a number of different bases you can choose from as well. Some options include wood or welded metal. If you want a metal base, make sure that it is created from a sturdy metal such as iron or steel. Copper is very soft and may not do well as a base to support the weight of the piece. If you are set on having a piece that is totally made out of copper, you may want to ask about putting a surface layer of this metal over a more durable base.

If you like the idea of getting a custom made piece, you may want to start by talking to artists who work with this metal. Many use it to make jewelry but an increasing number are creating items for homes such as tables and sinks. They will be able to give you options such as different thicknesses, different methods of treating the surface and even the use of chemicals to create color patterns in the metal. They will also be able to give you advice on how to care for your new piece properly.

If you find a great deal on one of these items online, you may be tempted to purchase it. Before you do, checking out the cost to ship it to your home and any duty or import fees can help save you money in the long run.




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