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Copper Mailboxes
Provide Beauty and Durability
Copper Mailboxes
offer Sturdiness and Old School Charm
By: Mark J. Donovan
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As an alternative to the standard metal or plastic
mailbox why not consider a copper mailbox for your home.
Copper mailboxes are built of higher quality and offer a
unique old world charm not found with today’s modern
mailboxes. They also provide a decorative piece to your home
or landscaping. Copper mailboxes are also built to last as
they will not rust and have a unique beauty not matched by
today’s traditional mailbox. |
A copper mailbox can last decades if taken care of, and
not hit by an errant object. Surprisingly there are many
copper mailbox styles and sizes to choose from if you look
around either on the internet or in home improvement and
hardware stores. You can even have a custom copper mailbox
fabricated for you if you check out some of the
manufacturers of them on the internet. Also surprisingly
copper mailboxes do not necessarily cost a fortune. Though
pricier than the standard plastic or metal off the shelf
mailbox you can buy a copper mailbox at a reasonable price.
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Copper is an extremely durable metal and has been used for
centuries for all sorts of applications. Copper has always
been synonymous with high quality and elegance. Copper, for
example, is often still used today for gutters and roof
flashing in high end homes. It is often seen in expensive
beach homes due to its high durability. Copper mailboxes
often have a lacquered finish applied to them so that they
retain their shiny surface and are smear and smudge
resistant. |
Unlike metal mailboxes copper mailboxes will not
rust. Instead, their unique oxidation process creates a
natural patina that enables it to be impervious to the
weather elements. The only maintenance required of copper
mailboxes is the occasional wiping down with a rag to remove
dirt and dust.
If having a custom copper mailbox designed for you, you may
want to consider the inclusion of custom engraving patterns,
such as your name and decorative patterns. Also, you may
want to include brass accent trim and/or newspaper hanging
brackets to the mailbox. Painted murals, protected by a
lacquer finish can also be added.
When buying a copper mailbox don’t forget to buy the
appropriate mounting hardware. Depending upon the type of
mailbox, such as a roadside or a free standing mailbox, or
an exterior wall mounting type, you will need unique
hardware mounting solutions.
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