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Jade : Our new kitchen extension

7 years ago

Is it actual copper you have used for the extension on one of your projects? It is a lovely colour copper and not at all harsh looking. I would like to do something similar on my Windsor townhouse extension.

Copper cladded extension and full renovation, Wimbledon SW19 · More Info

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7 years ago
Hi Jade,

Sorry for delayed reply, your message got lost in our Houzz inbox somehow..

Yes, it is a real copper cladding, installed by one of our partners. It is actually supposed to weather with time to give it that harsher look so it blends in nicely with the old bricks. Saying that, if smoother or shinier finish is prefered, copper can be polished off regularily so it stays as new.

We will be happy to share more details about this project if this is something you are considering..

Warm regards,

Terry
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