Finishes

Every Studio Ore product is finished by hand, and this commitment to detail allows us to create enduring designs. We offer a selection of finishes, from unlacquered brass that can be left to patina to impact-conscious natural wax coatings. The final decision is yours, and you can choose a finish that suits your space based on our wide selection of bathroom, kitchen, and living products.

i - Unlacquered Brass - hand polished and left unlacquered allowing the brass to age naturally and gain a characterful patina over time. If you wish for the aged brass look then this is the finish you should choose. The parts will arrive shiny but will soon patina in the bathroom environment. If you wish to keep the polished finish follow our product care instructions. Download a copy of the Brass care instructions here.

ii - Brushed Brass - hand finished with an abrasive wheel to achieve a brushed metal finish. The effect is more industrial than a typical satin tap finish so expect small variations in finish between parts due to finishing by hand. Fittings are left unlaquered allowing the brass to age naturally and gain a characterful patina over time. Download a copy of the Brass care instructions here.

iii - Matt Black - a stove enamelled finish. This is achieved by applying the paint by hand spraying each individual component, the parts are then cured at a high temperature in an oven. The result is a high quality corrosion resistant and durable finish. We use a paint with a 10% sheen, meaning you still achieve the matt appearance but it doesn’t mark easily. Download a copy of the enamel care instructions here.

iv - Bronze - each component is chemically treated by hand to produce a warm brown/bronze finish and aged bronze effect. Due to this treatment, there will always be a degree of natural variation in tones between each component. This finish is available with a matt lacquer to preserve the finish, left untreated to age naturally (brass will be exposed with wear), or with a renewable wax coating to offer some protection to the finish. Please note that the image shown below (iv) is the wax-coated finish, and the matt lacquer coating would offer a more uniform finish, please contact us to find out more.

v - Off -White - a stove enamelled industrial finish. This is achieved by applying the paint by hand spraying each individual component, the parts are then cured at a high temperature in an oven. The result is a high quality corrosion resistant and durable finish. We use a paint with a 30% sheen, meaning you still achieve the matt appearance but it doesn’t mark easily. Download a copy of the enamel care instructions here.

vi - Polished Nickel - A more traditional finish, nickel is warmer than chrome and more subtle than gold. This warm finish is left un-lacquered and settles into its environment by developing a patina which changes its tonality and adds texture.

vii - Brushed Nickel - hand finished with an abrasive wheel to achieve a brushed metal finish. It can look very similar to stainless steel but has a far warmer one. This warm finish is left un-lacquered and settles into its environment by developing a patina which changes its tonality and adds texture.

viii - Aged Iron - achieved in the same way as our weathered bronze finish, it is left for a slightly longer duration in the chemical solution. The result is a darker more grey finish. Due to the chemical reaction of the solution on the brass there will always be a degree of natural variation in tones between each component. Available matt lacquered to preserve the finish or left untreated to age naturally (brass will be exposed with wear) or with a renewable wax coating to protect the finish.

Please Note: While we aim to showcase a wide selection of our finishes here, some are not currently listed or pictured. Rest assured, we offer an extensive range of finishes. If you're looking for a specific finish not shown here or would like more details, please contact our team. We're happy to provide samples, additional imagery, and guidance to help you make the right choice for your project.