Field Enterprise



Field Enterprise repairs, restores, polishes and plates fine antiques, decorative hardware, plumbing fixtures, lighting fixtures, religious articles, silverware, grilles, candlesticks, and antique clocks. We work with brass, chrome, nickel, gold, bronze, copper, and the re-emerging silver. The metal is coated with lacquer after the finishing process. The lacquer protects the surface from tarnish. A clear coat of hard lacquer is particularly good for doorknobs and lamps, which suffer constant handling and long use. A soft coat of lacquer adds luster to a bright finish and protects it. We at Field only carry out the highest quality of labor. In many instances, the item will be refurbished better than the latest replacement available on the market. Our experienced craftsmen can skillfully transform the pre-existing metal surface of your special items to any finishes available or to match your metal sample. With restorations you can retain the original style and décor, yet change the finish to any that are available. If for any reason we feel that a product cannot be restored to its former glory, we will advise you at the start, and there will be no service charge.

Field Enterprise repairs, restores, polishes and plates fine antiques, decorative hardware, plumbing fixtures, lighting fixtures, religious articles, silverware, grilles, candlesticks, and antique clocks. We work with brass, chrome, nickel, gold, bronze, copper, and the re-emerging silver.

The metal is coated with lacquer after the finishing process. The lacquer protects the surface from tarnish. A clear coat of hard lacquer is particularly good for doorknobs and lamps, which suffer constant handling and long use. A soft coat of lacquer adds luster to a bright finish and protects it.

We at Field only carry out the highest quality of labor. In many instances, the item will be refurbished better than the latest replacement available on the market. Our experienced craftsmen can skillfully transform the pre-existing metal surface of your special items to any finishes available or to match your metal sample. With restorations you can retain the original style and décor, yet change the finish to any that are available.

If for any reason we feel that a product cannot be restored to its former glory, we will advise you at the start, and there will be no service charge.

BRASS:	polished, satin, antique	CHROME:	polished, satin
NICKEL:	polished, satin, antique	BRONZE:	oil-rubbed
COPPER:	polished, satin, antique	SILVER:	polished, satin
GOLD:	polished, satin, antique	SPECIAL GOLD:	satin with polished highlights, "Ormoulo"

Conditions of Sales
BRASS: Polished brass is highly polished and lacquered. It is also available unaltered. Brass is a finish that tarnishes, but is easily refinished to restore its natural beauty. It is commonly used for door hardware, plumbing fixtures, and lamps. It is a less expensive and more durable version of gold. Satin brass is brushed down to give it a satiny look. Antique brass, however, has darkened highlights that give it a vintage look.
CHROME: Chrome plating is a less expensive way of having that "silver" look, with less care needed to keep the item looking new. Chrome does not tarnish and only requires minimal care. Just wipe down with a soft cloth and occasional washing with soap and water will keep the chrome looking fresh and new. Satin chrome is brushed down to give it a satiny look.
NICKEL: Nickel has become very fashionable finish in the past several years. It is a bright silver like metal that is very hard wearing. Unlike chrome, it does need to be kept polished if the bright luster finish is to be maintained. Because it is such a hard metal, almost all metal cleaners can be used without causing damage to the finish. Many people have nickel because they like the attractive finish produced as it ages. Satin nickel is brushed down to give it a satiny look. Antique nickel, however, has darkened highlights to give it that vintage look.
BRONZE: Bronze is available as oil-rubbed which is dulled and slightly oxidized. It can also be made in a satin finish.
COPPER: Copper is a soft, red finish that tarnishes easily. It is used in under plating as it has very high plating efficiency, resulting in excellent coverage. Copper is used to give the effect of "countrified" living. Satin copper is brushed down to give it a satiny look. Antique copper, however, has darkened highlights to give it that countrified, vintage look.
SILVER: As with nickel, silver is a finish that tarnishes quickly. Fortunately, it is also easily cleaned with almost all metal cleaners without causing damage to the finish. Unlike nickel, silver does not have the yellow tone in its finish, and has more of a chrome white look.
GOLD: Our gold plating is done with 24k gold, one of the purest golds available. Gold is one of the most popular finishes available. The resulting finish gives a rich look that compliments the surrounding décor. Satin gold is brushed down to give it a satiny look. Antique gold, however, has darkened highlights to give it a vintage and richer look.
SPECIAL GOLD: SATIN GOLD WITH POLISHED HIGHLIGHTS: This finish is similar to the "Ormoulu", with the gold being brushed down and given polished highlights. The process is done here, in the United States, and the end result has the highlights more pronounced. "ORMOULU" GILDING: This is the oldest, most prestigious, and most durable gilding technique. This technique was used in ancient Egypt. It was used by the Incas and was very popular in Europe (mainly France) in the XVII, XVIII, and XIX centuries. It has an unmatched richness, a special "old look", and discreet preciousness that is much sought after by antique dealers, museum curators, and art collectors. This technique makes it possible to vary the thickness of the fold, from a few to hundreds of microns, which gives the gilded pieces their rare finish. The technique is based on the capacity of mercury to form an amalgam with other metals such as gold and silver. The resulting finish is matte and the gilding needs to be somewhat shiny to reflect the light. Special tools called "brunissoirs" are used, resulting in the matte and shiny effect which makes the "Ormoulu" gilding so unique. This technique is only done in France. We ship the products to the plant in France and have the gilding done there.

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