I’m getting my kitchen redone & want to know why copper alloys like brass isn’t used more. It seems perfect for counter space and prep areas with its self sanitation properties.
Am I missing something bc I’m stupid or maybe just ahead of the curb ?
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Stainless steel is preferred for industrial and heavy use surfaces for a number of reasons, but the primary one is durability. Steel is more difficult to dent and scratch, even in thin sheets, than an equivalent copper alloy. Stainless steel also requires less maintenance because it doesn’t rust (easily at least) and doesn’t tarnish. Brass oxidizes very quickly, and faster still when exposed to moisture. To protect it, you end up needing to wax the surface, which destroys the antimicrobial properties and defeats the purpose.
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