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Black Antique products
Cast and malleable iron is always at risk of corroding and rusting, more so if used externally.
Items with moving parts such as hinges, door knockers and door handles etc, unavoidably have parts that constantly rub against each other and over time the protective coating applied to them will ware away.
To prolong the lifespan of these products and to help maintain their aesthetic appearance it is recommended to apply an occasional light oil into the moving joints, this will help to reduce the speed of the rusting process and keep it at bay.
In coastal environments where the moisture content in the air is much higher, the corrosive affect on iron will be more advanced. In these conditions it is recommended that the addition of a lightly oiled cloth be used to regularly wipe over your black antique products to remove any harmful deposits from the sea air.