Copper is a valuable substance these days. Pennies made before 1982, which are 95 percent copper, are worth more than their monetary value. Copper kettles and pans have long been a favorite choice for eye candy in the kitchen. But anything made of polished copper requires a whole lot of maintenance to keep it looking its best. That might be one reason homeowners have started looking towards copper sinks instead. As long as your copper sink's patina finish doesn't get damaged, the copper requires almost no maintenance at all. In fact, scrubbing or polishing the sink will actually damage the finish and thereby compromise the copper. So what's the difference?

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