Ask the Experts Patina Q&A
Can copper-colored aluminum wire be patinated?
- Carol
Neither aluminum wire nor colored copper wire can be patinated. Metals must be bare for any patina or surface chemicals to be effective.
Sterling silver wire takes patina beautifully.
- Tammy Honaman, Author, Jewelry-Making Expert and Educator
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