A alloy of tin with lead, sometimes copper and antimony – a metal for accessories. In soft to dark greys, pewter or pewter coloured taps, light switches and ironmongery items are darker, richer and more subtle in tone than the other cool-toned options of chrome, stainless steel or nickel.
Pewter offers a balanced, contemporary and sophisticated alternative to the lovely dulled antique, unpolished brass and a softer, much less harsh alternative to traditional wrought iron.