Printing on Aluminum Finishes printed on aluminum build on a layering of process to create surfaces with depth. Printed colors are one of the basic options in creating these finishes. Combinations of transparent tints, opaque color and metallics are available to be integrated into custom finishes. ...
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Brushed Aluminum A brushed aluminum surface is a popular option for aluminum trim and nameplates because it is an authentic metal surface. The brushing process is a mechanical process which abrades the surface of the metal. When combined with a resist or mask, brushing can be applied selectively to ...
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Deidre Kruser
Aluminum Finish Decoration - Beginning to End This article is the first in a four part series on aluminum decoration. In this article, I will offer insights into the steps involved in designing a custom aluminum finish. Aluminum is a versatile substrate which can be decorated in an endless array of ...
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Deidre Kruser
In honor of St. Patrick's day and as a reminder that aluminum finishes are available in color, we're sharing this series of metal finishes in green. Mechanical finishes, transparent tints of color and printed texture are used to create this group of finishes. A simple technical or geometric ...
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Deidre Kruser
Piano Black Finish Piano black, the smooth lustrous finish found on the finest of grand pianos, is a stylish option in decorative trim for luxury automobiles. Northern Engraving uses traditional decorating processes to achieve the gloss black finish on aluminum. Aluminum trim allows the premium ...
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Deidre Kruser
This aluminum finish from our trend presentation takes inspiration from shibori, the famous "shape resist dyed" cloth of Japan which is akin to tie-dyeing. We focused on dark near black colors and layered offset lithography with selective gloss to create an aluminum pattern with depth and movement. ...
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Deidre Kruser
Large Scale Ornamental Graphic This aluminum trim piece features a large scale ornamental graphic flowing across the edge of the part. The bold graphic is applied using selective brushing. The background is brushed horizontally. The next step is to print a resist to protect the background. A second ...
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Deidre Kruser
Mix it Up | Aluminum Trim Consumers are mixing and matching favorite colors and patterns in kitchen design. Aluminum trim is a natural match for this trend. Historically aluminum trim has been decorated in white, black or stainless steel finishes. The possibilities beyond traditional appliance ...
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Deidre Kruser
Faux Marble and Stone on Metal Marble finishes are translated on to aluminum using four color process printing. Process color has been widely used in our aluminum ceiling tile designs manufactured for Gage Corporation. Aluminum is desirable in architectural applications, creating the look of marble ...
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