Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Tubs and Disposals - Kitchen Faucet - bronze?

I'm thinking of putting in a bronze faucet that is marketed by various manufacturers as Venetian Bronze or Rubbed Bronze but can't find any information on upkeep. Does anyone have any experience? It sounds like this is a finish so I don't know if it will tarnish or discolor or what. I like the look but will go with stainless or chrome finish if I have to do any upkeep on the bronze.

Thanks...

That'll be a plating on brass, same as chrome or whatever. The density and thickness will depend on the manufacturer, but I would guess the bronze-end market demands high quality. I doubt it will flake off.

Bronze does tarnish. It's often chosen for that very reason... character, you know. Once any protective film wears away, a patina will very gradually develop: blackish in cracks and where water settles, yet polished where handled. Nice, IMHO.

But this will take a long time. Honestly, I think you'll be cleaning common crud out of joints with a toothbrush more often than you'll need to use that toothbrush with a little mild abrasive, to keep the brown bronze colour.

Thanks! I think I'll give it a try...