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All California Faucets offers over 30 decorative finishes

Including a world-leading 15 PVD finishes. Split finishes also available.
Due to the nature of photography, printing and web browsers, these photos may not truly represent the true qualities of the actual finish.  They should only be considered as guidelines.
PVD
(Physical Vapor Deposition) finishes come with a lifetime guarantee against tarnishing. Super-hard and molecularly bonded, PVD is by far the most durable finish available.
Living Finish
Living Finishes are created by artisan hands to uniquely age and change over time. Because they are more delicate by nature, make sure to follow our living finish care instructions.

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  PC
  Polished Chrome
  1 - 2 weeks

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  BTB
  Bella Terra Bronze
  1 - 3 weeks
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  BLK
  Black
  1 - 3 weeks
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  MBLK
  Matte Black
  1 - 3 weeks
• 
  SN
  Satin Nickel
  1 - 2 weeks
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  MWHT
  Matte White
  1 - 3 weeks
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  WHT
  White
  1 - 3 weeks

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  ABF
  Antique Brass Flat
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  ACF
  Antique Copper Flat
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  ANF
  Antique Nickel Flat
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  BBU
  Burnished Brass Uncoated
  2 - 4 weeks
  Living Finish
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  BNU
  Burnished Nickel Uncoated
  2 - 4 weeks
  Living Finish
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  ORB
  Oil Rubbed Bronze
  1 - 3 weeks
  Living Finish
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  PB
  Polished Brass
  2 - 4 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  PBU
  Polished Brass Uncoated
  1 - 3 weeks
  Living Finish
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  PN
  Polished Nickel
  1 - 3 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  USS
  Ultra Stainless Steel
  3 - 6 weeks
  PVD Finish

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  BLKN
  Black Nickel
  5 - 8 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  CB
  Carbon Black
  5 - 8 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  FRG
  French Gold
  5 - 8 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  GRP
  Graphite
  8 - 10 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  LPG
  Polished Gold
  5 - 8 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  LSG
  Satin Gold
  8 - 12 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  SB
  Satin Brass
  8 - 12 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  SBZ
  Satin Bronze
  8 - 12 weeks
  PVD Finish
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  SC
  Satin Chrome
  4 - 8 weeks
  PVD Finish

PVD (Physical Vapor Disposition) finishes comes with a lifetime guarantee against tarnishing.  Using a state-of-the-art process that molecularly bonds the finish to the faucet, PVD creates a super-hard surface that is by far the most durable available today.
For All Finishes
Easy Maintenance

• Wipe dry after each use with a soft dry cloth to prevent water-spotting and mineral build-up.
• Clean and wax regularly.  We recommend Faucet Brite**, which contains both gentle cleansers and a fine wax coating. Otherwise, clean with mild soap and water, then apply a quality car wax or floor paste wax.

**For Living Finishes (see description below), we recommend Renaissance Wax instead.
And a few important cautions...

• Avoid all abrasive and aggressive chemicals ("SoftScrub1", etc.).
• Avoid ammoniated products (window cleaner, tile cleaners, etc.).
• Avoid bleach.
• Do not use abrasive cleaning pads.
• Do not allow water to come into prolonged contact with faucet surface, wipe down after each use.
• Do not allow water to collect at base of faucet.

NICKEL FINISHES
(Satin Nickel)
These finishes are uncoated to allow the natural, subtle beauty of the metal to show through.

• Follow the "All Finishes" recommendations listed above.
• If not cared for regularly, Nickel finishes may oxidize and require a stronger cleaning agent. If this happens, simply use a mild metal polish such as Flitz or Semi-Chrome. It will restore your fittings’ natural luster.

24K GOLD FINISHES
The name says it all.  Treat 24K gold-plated faucets and fittings like you would fine jewelry.

• Follow the "All Finishes" recommendations.
• Gold is soft. Avoid abrasive cleaning agents, rough cleaning cloths and vigorous cleaning action.

PVD FINISHES
These cutting edge finishes are so effective we guarantee them for life against tarnishing. Although our PVD finishes have proven resistant to over 100 cleaning products, we recommend avoiding certain products (listed below) since they can harm even a PVD finish:

• Follow the "All Finishes" recommendations.
• Avoid all products designed to remove tarnish or rust, and contain hydrochloric, hydrofluoric, and/or phosphoric acid or caustic agents.
• Avoid bleach
• Avoid Scouring Pads (such as Scotch Brite®).

POWDER COAT FINISHES
These finishes are protected with a clear powder coating designed to allow the underlying color to show through and provide a layer of protection.  Still, abrasives and harsh chemicals can damage the finish and expose the underlying fitting to tarnish and corrosion. 

• Follow the "All Finishes" recommendations.
• Avoid all abrasives.

LIVING FINISHES
These are unique artistic products, created so no two fittings look exactly alike. A remarkable characteristic of these finishes is that they age and wear over time, enhancing the rustic, antique look of the faucet.  Because Living Finishes are by nature more delicate than other finishes, the only treatment we recommend is a high quality wax such as Renaissance Wax, available from your authorized California Faucets dealer.  No other cleaning is necessary or recommended.
Additional Living Finish notes:
For Weathered Brass and Weathered Copper: Allow faucet parts to age in the open air for 1 to 2 weeks, and then re-wax prior to installation. This will help prevent dark water spots and allow the rich natural patina to develop evenly
For Oil Rubbed Bronze: Areas that are touched frequently, such as handles, will lighten faster from contact and develop additional shine from your natural hand oils.

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