How to seal antique black iron door furniture
Sarah U-S
3 years ago
Having made a rapid decision to change my front door colour, I’m now contemplating swapping door furniture to genuine antique Victorian black iron (it’s a Victorian house). I’ve spotted a few gorgeous unique pieces, but all are slightly rusted. I wondered how they should be sealed to use outdoors? Will a spray of hammerite do the trick, or is it a more specialist job?! This is a knocker that I’m currently lusting over...
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