Zinc: in and out

This is the time of year that I am especially drawn to zinc. It is a natural for the garden.
 The zinc top on wood legs- such character.

 

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 Of  course, the garden planters are classic. Because zinc will get hot in the sun, zinc patina finishes are often used to replicate the zinc patina, as I did here.

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I also like zinc finishes inside the home.

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Isn't this a fun mirror? It is created with various pieces of weathered zinc.

 

 

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Nice stove top hood...

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You would need a special place for this bookcase!

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Zinc resists corrosion and has an ultra low toxicity. Over 80% of available zinc is recycled. **

 
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