[TheForge] Zinc soldering

[GRAF]

For what it is worth.
You couldn't give me copper counter tops..
Most of the patinas are water soluble especially if the water has a bit 
of an acid edge to it,coffee , chili,lemonade etc.
The copper can also transfer to the bottom of serving plates which can 
wreck havoc with those white linen tablecloths I am certain you use.

Mike Graf

Justin Fisher wrote:
> xlch58 at swbell.net wrote:
>> You mean that "it acquires a beautiful old world patina, with unique 
>> color variations that make your counter top a one of a kind 
>> expression of the warmth friendliness of your kitchen."
>>
>> Marketing man, marketing.....
>
> My wife and I are planning on making a zinc countertop for our kitchen 
> when we remodel.  Being a metalsmith she wanted something metal, but 
> stainless is too "cold", so that marketing pitch has appeal to her!  
> We're still discussing copper versus zinc, but I guess zinc has 
> anti-bacterial properties that are actually good for a kitchen counter.
>
> -- Justin Fisher
> Massachusetts (Go Pats!)
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