CHOOSING A METAL FINISH
Get the most effective metal finish with these options to choose from
Metals are on all the main items we interact with like hardware, faucets, and lighting so it’s something we see daily.
Metal is now considered a feature so where we once didn’t care too much if it stood out or not, now it’s a strong element of a room’s story.
More than one metal finish?
Yes, you can have more than one metal colour in your home by using pieces that combine metal or steel colours. If that’s still not your thing try metals by room instead, like a silver bedroom but black dining room.
This guide reviews some major finishing methods, as well as applications and considerations for choosing a metal finishing process. Some of the general advantages of metal finishing
Here are some great options
Blackened Steel
Blackened steel is simply when metal goes through a process to give it a darker finish than its original color. There are multiple methods that can be used to achieve a blackened aesthetic. The color outcome can range anywhere from a lighter gray to a very deep black
brushed steel
Brushed or dull polished metal is metal with a unidirectional satin finish. It is produced by polishing the metal with a greaseless compound or a medium non-woven abrasive belt or pad. Commonly brushed metals include stainless steel, aluminium and nickel.
galvanized steel
mill scale steel
Mill scale, often shortened to just scale, is the flaky surface of hot rolled steel. Mill scale is formed on the outer surfaces of steel sheets and produced by rolling red hot iron or steel billets, this protects it from atmospheric corrosion.
polished stainless steel
Mirror finishes are highly reflective and created by polishing the stainless steel. The polishing process enhances appearance and consistency, making cleaning easier. It also masks the after-effects of welding and hides any surface damage.
powder coated steel
Powder coating is a dry film process, using finely ground particles of pigment and resin which are electrostatically charged and sprayed onto grounded sheets. Before coating, the sheets must be pretreated and are available in a variety of colors.
blasted steel
Blasted steel provides a clean, consistent, streak-free finish and makes it suitable for panel-to-panel matching. Produced by the impact of a hard, inert medium onto the surface of a sheet metal which results in a non-directional, uniform surface with a soft satin reflection; but low reflectivity.
satin coated steel
have fun!
Choosing your steel finish is an exiting part of the process. It is a very versatile medium and can be combined fluidly to most any themed environment. Enjoy.
