# Brass Home Décor for Hotels and Hospitality: Bulk and Wholesale Orders **By Bhavini Khullar** · 2026-10-24 By Bhavini Khullar | Founder, Byaas | Adjunct Professor, Montclair State University **Short answer:** Hotels should specify solid brass, stable bases and wipe-friendly finishes, approve physical samples for finish matching, and check fire codes before using real flames. Bulk and custom orders take longer than standard wholesale. Guests rarely remember the thread count. They remember the candle glowing in a heavy brass holder at dinner, the cool weight of the tray that held their room key, the vase in the lobby that looked like it had always been there. Hospitality is a feeling business, and decor is where much of that feeling lives. It is also becoming a values business. In Booking.com's 2024 research across more than 31,000 travelers, 75 percent said they want to travel more sustainably in the year ahead ([Booking.com, 2024](https://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/4121557/latest-bookingcom-sustainable-travel-data-reveals-ongoing-challenges-for-consumers-highlights-a-heightened-opportunity-for-cross-industry-collaboration)). And hotel designers told CoStar that the simplicity of quiet luxury and a connection to nature are two of the defining hotel design directions for 2026 ([CoStar](https://www.costar.com/article/470951187)). Replacing lobby decor every two years does not fit either story. Buying pieces built to last for decades does. That is why I wrote this guide for hotel owners, designers and procurement teams. ## Why brass works in hospitality Brass gives a space warmth without fuss. It reads as established from the day you open and ages gracefully through years of guests. Solid brass is also endlessly refinishable: a tired surface can be re-polished or re-lacquered rather than replaced, which is kinder to your budget and your sustainability story. ## Durability and daily use Hospitality pieces are handled constantly. Specify solid brass, stable bases and finishes that tolerate wiping. Lacquered finishes need less maintenance in busy areas. Unlacquered brass darkens with use, which can be beautiful in a bar or library but may not suit a bright spa. Our post on [lacquered vs unlacquered brass](https://www.byaas.com/blogs/home-decor/lacquered-vs-unlacquered-brass-how-each-ages) helps you choose. ## Consistency across rooms A property may need dozens or hundreds of identical pieces, so finish matching matters. Ask how tone is controlled across batches and approve a sample that represents the final finish. Brushed and antique finishes hide small variation more readily than a high polish. ## Open flame and safety Many hotels restrict real candles in guest rooms. Brass holders work beautifully with flameless tapers, and tealight holders can take LED lights. In restaurants and public areas, check local fire codes and your insurer's requirements, and ask us about base size and stability if you plan to use real flames. [](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1116329826415543149/) ## Where brass fits in a hotel - **Lobby:** presence and a clear statement of style. Large vases such as the [Fluted Cone vase](https://www.byaas.com/products/fluted-brass-cone-vase-with-scalloped-rim) or the [Museum-Style vase](https://www.byaas.com/products/museum-style-brass-statement-vase), and repoussé panels from our [art collection](https://www.byaas.com/collections/art-one-of-a-kind). - **Restaurants and bars:** pieces that survive busy service, such as the [Orbit taper holder](https://www.byaas.com/products/orbit-burnished-brass-taper-candle-holder), trays and catchalls. - **Guest rooms:** safe, consistent pieces such as small vases, trays and the [Concentra tealight holder](https://www.byaas.com/products/concentra-brass-finish-tealight-candle-holder-small-medium-large). - **Spas:** calm, tactile objects from our [decor and tabletop collection](https://www.byaas.com/collections/decor-tabletop), including incense holders. ## Seasons without replacement Here is a practical way to keep a property feeling fresh without buying new decor every season. Keep the brass constant and change what goes in and around it: deep red tapers and evergreen stems in December, white candles and branches of blossom in spring, dried grasses in autumn. Your guests see a hotel that feels alive. Your procurement team sees one decor budget, not four. ## Cleaning and maintenance Give housekeeping a simple routine: dust with a soft cloth, wipe with mild soap and warm water when needed, and dry straight away. No abrasive pads or harsh chemicals on lacquered pieces. Decide up front whether unlacquered brass will be left to patina or polished periodically. Our [brass cleaning guide](https://www.byaas.com/blogs/home-decor/how-to-clean-brass-candle-holders) can be shared with your team. ## Procurement and approvals Hospitality projects usually buy through a design or procurement team using an FF&E budget. Put the specification, quantities, delivery location and timeline in one document, and approve physical samples before production. Clear written approvals protect everyone from expensive changes later. ## Custom pieces for your property Many properties want something nobody else has: a custom size, a branded detail or a signature finish. We can adapt existing designs or develop new ones. Read about [custom brass manufacturing with Byaas](https://www.byaas.com/blogs/home-decor/custom-brass-manufacturing-us-how-byaas-works-with-brands) and [custom engraving and branding on brass](https://www.byaas.com/blogs/home-decor/custom-engraving-logos-branding-brass-home-decor). ## Lead times and planning checklist Production at Byaas takes about 6 to 8 weeks, and custom pieces need a first sample of about 4 to 6 weeks before that. Bulk and custom orders take longer than standard wholesale, so allow for samples, approval, production, finishing and shipping, and work backward from your opening date. - Confirm quantities per room type and public area - Choose the finish and approve a physical sample - Decide lacquered or unlacquered - Check fire and safety rules for open flame - Agree packaging, labeling and delivery points - Set order and approval deadlines from your opening date ## How to start Share your brief through the [contact page](https://www.byaas.com/pages/contact) with quantities, finishes, timeline and any custom requirements. Designers and procurement firms can contact us on a client's behalf. For standard pieces, [register for a trade account](https://www.byaas.com/pages/wholesale-registration-panel) and browse the [wholesale catalog](https://www.byaas.com/pages/wholesale-catalog). ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Can hotels order Byaas in bulk? Yes. We handle bulk and project orders and can discuss finishes and quantities for hospitality. The minimum order is $250. ### Is brass durable enough for restaurants and hotels? Yes. Solid brass is strong and long-lasting, and it can be refinished rather than replaced. Choose the finish for the level of handling. ### Can brass decor match across many rooms? Yes, with an approved finish sample and controlled batches. Brushed and antique finishes hide small variation most easily. ### Can you add a hotel logo? In many cases. See our [guide to custom engraving](https://www.byaas.com/blogs/home-decor/custom-engraving-logos-branding-brass-home-decor). ### How long does a hospitality order take? Production takes about 6 to 8 weeks, plus a first sample of about 4 to 6 weeks if the piece is custom. We confirm the full timeline after reviewing your brief. ## Pieces mentioned in this article [![Byaas | Fluted Brass Cone Vase with Scalloped Rim](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0951/0574/5186/files/Byaas-Fluted-Cone-Vase-with-Scalloped-Rim-Brass-01.png?v=1791747814&width=400)Fluted Brass Cone Vase with Scalloped Rim](https://www.byaas.com/products/fluted-brass-cone-vase-with-scalloped-rim) [![Byaas | Museum-Style Brass Statement Vase](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0951/0574/5186/files/Byaas-Museum-Style-Statement-Vase-Brass-01.png?v=1791747634&width=400)Museum-Style Brass Statement Vase](https://www.byaas.com/products/museum-style-brass-statement-vase) [![Byaas | Concentra Brass Finish Tealight Candle Holder](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0951/0574/5186/files/Byaas-Concentra-Tealight-Candle-Holder-Brass-Finish-01.png?v=1791747710&width=400)Concentra Brass Finish Tealight Candle Holder](https://www.byaas.com/products/concentra-brass-finish-tealight-candle-holder-small-medium-large) ## About the author Bhavini Khullar is the founder and creative director of Byaas and an adjunct professor of Advertising Media Strategies at Montclair State University. She grew up in her family's metal workshop and has spent more than a decade studying audiences and how people decide what to buy. Byaas is where those two worlds meet. ## Made mindfully, lasts forever Every Byaas piece is shaped by hand to be lived with, restyled and handed down. [Explore the collection](https://www.byaas.com/collections/shop-all). For retailers, designers and brands: we supply boutiques through our trade program and make custom pieces for brands. [Open a trade account](https://www.byaas.com/pages/wholesale-registration-panel) or [start a custom project](https://www.byaas.com/pages/contact). **Tags:** bulk orders, hospitality, wholesale --- > Source: [BYAAS LLC](https://www.byaas.com/blogs/home-decor/brass-home-decor-for-hotels-hospitality-bulk-orders)