I see your point about leather and metal finishes being tricky, but honestly, I think the unpredictability is part of the charm. A few years ago, I installed copper fixtures in my kitchen expecting a nice, even patina...but nope, they ended up looking patchy and uneven. At first it bugged me, but now I kinda like how unique they turned out. Sometimes imperfections grow on you more than perfectly aged stuff ever could.
"Sometimes imperfections grow on you more than perfectly aged stuff ever could."
Did you find it took a long time to get used to the uneven look, or was it pretty quick? I'm currently picking finishes for my first custom build, and honestly, the idea of things aging unpredictably makes me a bit nervous. But your experience makes me wonder if maybe I'm overthinking it...maybe those unexpected quirks end up being the best part.
I totally get where you're coming from—I'm in the middle of my first custom build too, and I've been having similar thoughts. At first, I was pretty set on everything looking perfect, but after seeing some older homes with natural wear, I'm starting to appreciate the character those imperfections bring. Honestly, I think it's less about "getting used to it" and more about realizing that those quirks make your space uniquely yours...at least that's what I'm hoping for with mine.
When we bought our first place, I obsessed over every little detail being perfect. But after a few years, the things I love most are actually the imperfections—the uneven floorboards that creak just right, or the slightly crooked doorway that frames the sunset perfectly. Those quirks tell a story and give your home personality. Trust me, you'll probably end up loving those little "flaws" more than anything you planned out carefully.
Totally get the charm you're describing, but honestly, some imperfections just drive me nuts. Built my own place a few years back and there's this one door that sticks every summer—no charming sunset framing there, just sweaty frustration and swearing under my breath... guess it depends on the flaw, huh?
