In order to maintain the beauty and integrity for a long time, regular maintenance is essential. The following are detailed instructions and precautions for the maintenance of copper castings:

I. Maintenance instructions

1. Regular cleaning
Surface dust cleaning: use a soft brush or clean cotton cloth to gently wipe the surface dust and dirt.
Deep cleaning: every few months you can use warm water and neutral soap solution to gently scrub the surface, then rinse with water and dry thoroughly.

2. Prevent oxidation
Keep dry: Bronze statues should be placed in a dry environment to avoid prolonged contact with moisture and water.
Apply a protective layer: After cleaned and thoroughly dried, a trace layer of colorless wax or professional copper protectant can be applied to the surface to form a protective layer against oxidation.

3. Regular Inspection
Structural Inspection: Regularly inspect the structure of the statue for any looseness or damage, and repair any problems promptly.
Surface Inspection: Check for patina spots or other signs of corrosion, timely treatment can prevent further deterioration.

4.Professional Maintenance
Ask a professional to deal with: for more serious oxidation, corrosion or damage, it is recommended to ask a professional cultural relics restorer to deal with, so as not to operate on their own to cause secondary damage.



II. Precautions

1. Avoid chemical contact.

2. Copper statues should be kept away from any acidic, alkaline or other corrosive chemicals to prevent chemical reactions leading to surface damage.

3. Avoid direct sunlight and high temperature.

4. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight or high temperature will accelerate the aging and oxidizing process of copper, it is recommended to place it in a cool and ventilated place.

5. Avoid mechanical damage.

6. When moving or cleaning, hold and put it gently, avoid hard object collision or scratching the surface.

7. Prevent human damage.

8. Copper statues placed in public or open areas should take appropriate protective measures to prevent vandalism or graffiti.

9. Maintain appropriate humidity.

10. Indoor environmental humidity should be maintained between 40% -60%, too high humidity will promote the oxidation of copper, too low humidity may lead to material embrittlement.

11. Through the above maintenance methods and precautions, you can effectively extend the service life of copper castings and maintain its artistic value and beauty.