Antique metal sheets are distinctive finishes developed in our patina studio for brass, copper, and zinc. Each surface is individually treated using a controlled process of air, moisture, and heat exposure to create a natural, time-worn appearance. These antique patinas bring authentic vintage character to interior design, furniture, and architectural metalwork.

Introducing Our Antique Metal Sheets

Our team has created three unique patinas for brass, copper, and zinc. Each finish enhances cladding, splashbacks, and decorative panels while preserving the strength and character of the base metal.

• Antique Brass Sheet Metal – a refined development of our aged brass, offering deep brown tones and natural shading.
• Antique Copper Sheet Metal – delivers a rich, weathered surface that evolves with light and use.
• Antique Zinc Sheet Metal – achieves a classic mid-grey patina, ideal for modern interiors with a vintage touch.

How It’s Done

Every patina is hand-applied in our patina studio, ensuring no two sheets are the same. Layers of controlled oxidation and colour treatment develop over time, producing unique depth and tone. The results can be explored in our Flickr Gallery.

To protect and enhance the finish, we offer either beeswax or clear lacquer coating:

• Beeswax – enriches colour and allows gentle ageing for a natural, evolving look.
• Clear lacquer – available in standard or hard-wearing grades, ideal for splashbacks, counters, and decorative panels.

Applications & Projects

Antique brass, copper, and zinc patinas are popular for signage, plaques, planters, and interior features. Our JJ Mack Building project in London used hundreds of square metres of Antique Brass Sheets for wall cladding and architectural detailing.

We can produce panels up to 3 m × 1 m or 8 ft × 4 ft, ready for installation or further fabrication.

Related Finishes

For more inspiration, see our guides on Aged Sheet Metal and Patina Sheet Metal. You can also explore our Sheet Metal Finishes overview or our new Burnished Metal Finishes, which build on these antique patinas to create a softer, light-reflective surface.

Antique Sheet Metal — FAQs

What makes antique metal different from aged metal?

Antique patinas are deeper and more complex, combining colour variation, oxidation, and surface texture. They aim to reproduce decades of natural ageing, not just tonal change.

Can antique patinas be used on large architectural panels?

Yes. We produce patinated sheets up to 3 m × 1 m, ensuring seamless coverage for interior cladding and façades.

How are antique finishes protected?

Each sheet can be finished with beeswax for a softer look or clear lacquer for durability. Lacquer is recommended for bar fronts, wall panels, and high-touch areas.