The Flitz Blog

For almost forever folks thought that shiny meant brand new and awesome – and it did. Then around the turn of the century, the design community began to embrace finishes that were flat or “matte” and finishes where a new item looked deliberately aged and well-used. Think “pre-washed jeans.” It’s sort of like that.Matte finishes and Faux / Living finishes are now big business across a broad spectrum of industries. Motorcycle and auto manufac...

Countertops are a big industry, topping $80 billion worldwide annually. Natural stone, like granite, is still the (you’ll excuse the expression) biggest slice of that huge number. Anyone who’s had a granite countertop installed knows they don’t come cheap, but considering their durability and looks they’re an excellent investment, provided you keep them properly maintained.Risky BusinessWhile some granite countertops come with a limited...

What’s the problem?The problem is oxygen. It interacts with almost everything and when it interacts with metals like brass, copper and bronze, the result is the nasty green oxide that artists generously describe as “patina”. There are times when a patina is a nice aesthetic touch, but for those cases where that nasty green buildup is unwanted or unwelcome, then it’s Flitz to the rescue! But… be warned, it’s a multi-step process! the TarnishT...