Aluminum Finishes

Aluminum pattern

Our library of thousands of finishes on aluminum is available to be integrated into your product or trim piece.  Many of the finishes take advantage of the reflectivity of the substrate.  Printed texture adds visual and tactile quality to the surface.  Custom finishes can be based on any one of our finishes or created based on your inspiration.  The finishes can be applied selectively and in combination with other finishes. 

Free Aluminum Pattern Samples

aluminum finish samples

The Northern Engraving Disc Collection features a cross-section of finishes on aluminum.  Each is labeled with a finish number for easy identification.

Aluminum Finish Trend Presentation Videoaluminum finish video

Want to push the boundaries in decorative trim?

The trend presentation covers finishes developed around themes presented as mood boards.  View the video to see options available to you in aluminum trim design.

Patterns for Nameplate and Aluminum Trim Design

Top Ten most Requested Aluminum Finishes

blue / black fade on aluminum | DES-1205-AAAK Copper Patina | PAT-4297-A textured aluminum | NTP-14-M wire mesh pattern | PAT-4264-A Brown Patinaed Aluminum | PAT-4278-A
frosted aluminum pattern | PAT-4207-B brushed aluminum graphic | PAT-4291-B blue striped aluminum finish | DES-1205-AAAI organic patina | PAT-4296-A small wire mesh finish | PAT-4263-A

Tracking trends across industries is increasingly important to many markets as graphics and technology often cross over. The Northern Engraving trend presentation has been shared with designers around the world in a wide range of industries. These are the top ten most requested finishes from our trend presentation.

Surfaces and details range from intricate and detailed to patinaed and distressed.  Aluminum trend show finishes are offered as inspiration for possibilities on the substrate.  All can be incorporated into metal trim pieces or nameplates for unique looks.  Customization is possible through color, structure or process.

Request a free sample of the featured aluminum finishes and start to explore the possibilites of finishes on aluminum.

New Mechanical Surfaces on Aluminum

NEC-108-A

Transform
A strong continued interest in organic pattern, texture and finishes is apparent. This theme is combined with our expertise in mechanically finishing metal to create this series of finishes with a hand crafted look. The organically inspired structures with complex visually dimensional patterns add interesting surface texture. This is in contrast to the super smooth surfaces available. The finishes work well with flowing lines and softer shapes and make for a more human approach.

NEC-114-A
Connect
In sharp contrast to the Transform series, this series of aluminum finishes offers surfaces which are highly precise. We drew on our knowledge in mechanically finishing aluminum and explored further possibilities. The resulting finishes are surfaces with interlocking arched brushes creating patterns that evolve. The surfaces have a look of precision and engineering characteristic of metal.
NEC-124-B
ExtraOrdinary
Mechanical finishes in this series are designed with the final trim piece in mind. Their flow relates to the shape of the trim piece. Anything from a subtle sweep of motion to a loud burst is possible. Some looks are playful. Others are elegant. All rely on mechanically finishing the surface of the aluminum to create depth and movement. The custom approach can be integrated into a nameplate or a decorative trim piece creating a distinct look.