METALS
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Water conditions vary across the country. Chemicals and minerals in water and air can combine to have an adverse effect on the finish of your products. In addition, nickel silver shares similar characteristics and appearance with sterling silver, and slight tarnishing is normal.
We recommend that you rinse away any traces of soap and gently dry with a clean soft cloth after each use. This care will maintain the high gloss finish of your KALLISTA product and avoid water spotting.
An occasional application of a pure, nonabrasive wax is helpful in preventing water spot buildup and light buffing with a soft cloth will produce a high luster.
To remove water spots and tarnishing, apply a small amount of Simichrome PolishTM to the fixture; rub briskly; wipe clean with a clean, soft cloth. Simichrome also contains a protective film to enhance maintenance.
NOTE: DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SOLVENTS
NOTE: FOR MIXED-FINISH PRODUCTS, USE APPROPRIATE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE COMPONENT FINISH
While KALLISTA luxury finishes plate to a greater thickness and higher quality than usual, they are still jewelry finishes and require special maintenance.
Water conditions vary across the country. Chemicals and minerals in water and air can combine to have an adverse effect on the finish of your products.
Rinse away any traces of soap and gently dry with a clean soft cloth after each use. This care will maintain the high*gloss finish of your KALLISTA products and avoid water spotting. These finishes are not recommended for outdoor application.
An occasional application of a pure, nonabrasive wax is helpful in preventing water spot buildup, and light buffing with a soft cloth will produce a high luster. Do not allow materials such as toothpaste, nail polish remover or caustic drain cleaners to remain on the surface.
Over time, with constant cleaning, the surface of your product may begin to show wear. The wear will take the form of faint lines in the highly polished surface.
NOTE: MATTE BLACK, OR OTHER POWDER COATS, SHOULD BE CLEANED WITH A SOFT DAMP CLOTH USING MILD DISH SOAP OR A 50/50 WATER AND VINEGAR SOLUTION
NOTE: DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SOLVENTS.
NOTE: FOR MIXED-FINISH PRODUCTS, USE THE APPROPRIATE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE COMPONENT FINISH.
Brass will naturally tarnish or age quickly after little exposure to its environment, creating a beautiful brown or gray-green color.
Rinse away any traces of soap and gently dry with a clean soft cloth after each use. Brass polishing compound applied with a soft cloth will remove the patina and restore the brass to its original shine.
Water conditions vary across the country. Chemicals and minerals in water and air can combine to have an adverse effect on the finish of your products. These finishes are not recommended for outdoor application.
NOTE: DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SOLVENTS
NOTE: FOR MIXED-FINISH PRODUCTS, USE APPROPRIATE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE COMPONENT FINISH
Do not use cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or acid. Rinse thoroughly and use a soft cloth to wipe the product dry after each use.
Success with cleaners and procedures is dependent upon such factors as the hardness and temperature of the water, using exact measurements of ingredients, changes in cleaning formulas and the condition of the product being cleaned. Since there are variations within factors, KALLISTA cannot guarantee the effectiveness of the formulas mentioned.
Ideal cleaning technique is to always blot dry any water from metal surfaces. Allowing water to evaporate on metal will form water deposits. It is important to use a dabbing action to dry metal, not an abrasive or rubbing action. Cleaning with a damp sponge and buff drying should keep your product looking beautiful.
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