Copper is a natural metal that has a time tested immunity to oxidation. It has been used for centuries in many applications where it was vital that rust and corrosion would not affect its function. It has survived unchanged since the beginning of time -- with the exception of turning a natural “Patina” or “Verde” color.

Brass is an alloy derived from copper and has the same corrosion resistant properties. Copper and brass can never rust, rot or corrode, even in the harshest outdoor environments. This is why these metals are the only choice for outdoor lighting. We’ve all seen what happens to many other types of outdoor fixtures that have been in the garden for any length of time.

MJM stands behind our unbeatable lifetime warranty for all of our solid copper and brass fixtures. This warranty also extends to our chemical finishes -- which are NOT a paint or powder coat. All of our chemical finishes are basically an accelerated form of what would happen naturally, given enough time. While natural Patina starts in a bronze color and then changes to Verde, our process also creates “rusty” or black looking elements.

Bronze Darker in color, brown with a shadowy effect finished with a slight gloss.	Matte Bronze Same as bronze, without the gloss (blends nicely in any landscape).	Raw Copper No finish at all, clean and shiny when new - will age at its own pace.

Natural Copper Simulates raw copper that has aged a short time.	Polished Copper Buffed out to an extreme shine.