WHY BRASS

Nessen lamps are made of solid brass because of its durability and beauty. Indeed, brass has been the accepted material for lamps since the days of ancient Greece.

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Solid brass can be shaped, machined, soldered, and brazed by skilled hands for rigidity and exceptionally long life. Solid brass cannot rust; whereas brass-plated steel will wear out and the steel will rust.

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When polished and lacquered, solid brass has a deep, warm tone and uniform finish that develops an elegant patina with age. Left outdoors, unlacquered solid brass eventually turns to a dark bronze color whose time becomes richer year after year.

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Solid brass can be effectively oxidized to a bronze finish, because the content of these two metals is similar.

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Solid brass is one of the few metals that is best suited for chrome plating. With the proper electro-chroming plating process (such as that used by Nessen), the chrome finish will last indefinitely and always retain its original color.

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The uncompromising quality of materials and craftsmanship inherent in all Nessen lamps has gained a special reputation for all Nessen products.