Oil Rubbed Bronze

More About the Oil Rubbed Bronze Finish

Oil Rubbed Bronze (also known as finish code US10B) is made using several different methods depending on the manufacturer and the base material being used.

Generally oil rubbed bronze is a chemically-darkened finish, sometimes with a lacquer thin-coat over top. Over time as the finish wears, the base tones of the hardware will show through the finish. These undertones are generally reddish or copper in color. As mentioned above it is important to note that oil rubbed bronze finishes are meant to wear over time to reveal the undertones. This gives the knob a unique, worn look. Because of this, most manufacturers don't carry a finish warranty because it is designed to be a "living finish".

As with other door hardware finishes, you should only clean oil rubbed bronze hardware with a very very mild soap or just plain warm water. Chemicals used for cleaning will damage the finish.