Professional Copper Cookware Retining Services By Hammersmith Cookware
Hand Wiped Tin Restoration Since 1936
Hammersmith provides expert copper cookware retinning services using traditional hand-wiped techniques passed down through four generations. Whether you have a vintage copper heirloom or modern cookware that needs restoration, we can bring your treasured copper back to its pristine cooking condition.
What Makes Our Retinning Different?
- Traditional hot, hand-wiped tin application—not electroplating
- Pure tin lining for superior cooking performance
- Expert craftsmen trained in 90-year-old techniques
- Light dent removal and handle repairs available
- Nationwide shipping with careful packaging
How to Know If Your Copper Needs Retinning
- Dark or visible copper exposure, often reddish-brown in color
- Tin worn through, most commonly in the center of pans where stirring occurs
- Rough, pitted, or uneven cooking surfaces
- Scratches deep enough to expose the copper underneath
- Food sticking in areas where the tin has worn away
- Uneven heating patterns
Normal timeline: Most copper cookware needs to be retinned every 10 to 20 years, depending on frequency of use and care.
Retinning Process
Our retinning process uses traditional hand-wiped tin application. We use the same hot-tin methods that have restored copper cookware for centuries worldwide.
- Detailed Inspection
Each piece is examined for damage and structural issues. We photograph and document its condition before work begins. - Surface Preparation
The interior is thoroughly cleaned using specialized techniques to remove residue, oxidation, and old tin. The copper surface is prepared to properly accept the new tin lining. - Hand-Wiped Tin Application
The tin is heated and hand-wiped onto the copper interior in thin layers. This traditional method creates a superior molecular bond compared to electroplating. The tin layer is built to optimal thickness through multiple passes. - Dent Removal and Repairs (If Needed)
Minor dents are carefully worked out. Loose handles are resecured. Structural repairs are made to extend the life of your cookware. - Polishing and Finishing
The exterior is polished to a brilliant mirror finish. A final inspection ensures every piece meets both your standards and ours before it is returned to you.
Retinning Pricing
How we calculate your quote
Our price is based on the exterior surface area that requires tin lining, calculated at a rate of $7 per linear inch.
How to measure:
Measure down one side, across the bottom, and back up the other side.
Total inches × $7 = Base price
Shipping and handling are additional.
If you choose, you may photograph your cookware and send the images to us. We will evaluate them and provide an estimate. These photos also serve as a visual intake reference when your cookware arrives at our facility.
Limited-Time Retinning Special
Restore your copper cookware with authentic, hand-applied tin lining.
Now available at a special rate of $6 per inch, valid only from 02/01/2026 to 02/28/2026.
No bundles. No minimums. Just traditional craftsmanship.
Shipping
Ship your pieces via UPS (preferred) to:
Hammersmith Cookware
2371 Beryllium Rd.
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Make sure to include your:
Full Name, Address and Phone # for any questions
Turn around time
- Standard Service: 2–3 weeks from receipt of cookware
- Rush Service: 1–2 weeks (available)
- Peak Season: November through March — please allow extra time
Step 1: Fill out the form below.
Step 2: Ship cookware to this address.
Shipping Address:
Hammersmith Inc.
2371 Beryllium Rd
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Phone: 908-588-2425
Frequently asked questions
How often does copper cookware need retinning?
Typically every 10 to 25 years, depending on individual use and care.
Is hand-wiped tin better than electroplating?
Yes. Hand-wiped tin creates a thicker, more durable bond with superior cooking properties. This traditional method has been used by French coppersmiths for centuries.
Can you retin any brand of copper cookware?
Yes, we retin all brands of copper cookware with tin-lined interiors.
What if my copper has dents or loose handles?
Because we manufacture copper cookware, we can repair most dents and resecure handles as part of the retinning service at no additional charge.
Schedule Your Retinning Today
Don’t let worn tin keep your beautiful copper cookware sitting unused. Professional retinning restores both beauty and performance—your copper will cook like the day it was made.