Your Brass, Oiled Bronze, and Nickel Sliver Door Knocker can be maintained for years of use and enjoyment provided that some basic care and attention is given to its preservation. The following are steps to help individuals care for their doorknockers and doorbell ringers. The first step in the care of your unique door knocker is to understand and minimize or eliminate conditions that can cause damage. The second step is to follow basic guidelines for care, handling and cleaning. Lacquer brass and bronze can usually withstand corrosion as long as the coating is not broken. Where there are losses in the coating, corrosion will progress, usually seen as dark streaking where unprotected areas have oxidized. |
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Will my Door Knocker tarnish or have to be regularly polished?
Your Door Knocker has been coated with a baked catalyzed polyurethane, similar to the clear top coat on an automobile. Occasionally washing your Door Knocker using a sponge with water and a mild soap will help to maintain its vibrant shine. Coating your Door Knocker with a paste wax will also greatly extend the life of the finish. Do not use a brass cleaner or an abrasive pad; this will damage the clear coating and the original polished finish.
Will my Door Knocker cover the holes already drilled in my door?
The screws of each Michael Healy Door Knocker are spaced differently. Please check our online catalog for exact measurements in order to find the right one for you.
Will I have to drill through my entire door to install my Door Knocker?
No. Each Door Knocker comes with two machine screws that are designed for surface mounting on both metal and wood doors. The only two exceptions are the Nantucket Basket and the Doctor Door Knockers. The mounting of these designs requires that two holes be drilled completely through the door.
I live near the beach. Will one finish last longer than the others?
All of Michael Healy’s Door Knockers and Doorbell Ringers receive the same protective coating. If properly cared for, there will be no difference in the durability of the different finishes.
How does the Door Knocker actually knock? Does it strike against the door?
Each Door Knocker has a mounting bracket and striker plate that attach to the door. The face of the knocker lifts and hits against the plate.
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