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
Enamel White Finishes on Aluminum Enamel white finishes layered with texture and aluminum details. Crisp and clean. Multiple gloss levels. Sophisticated combinations of detail and metal character. The Modern mood board is based on the popularity of enamel white finishes. The video summarizes the ...
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Deidre Kruser
Aluminum Patterns for Decorative Trim The warm metal colors shown in this group of aluminum finishes are a versatile option in decorative trim. The copper or bronze color is roll coated or screen printed on aluminum using transparent inks building on the reflective nature of the aluminum. The ...
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Deidre Kruser
Organic Finishes on Aluminum Blend polar extremes. Balance is found between modernity and gathered natural references. Ancient crafts and advanced technology combine. The Origin mood board includes organic structures based on the familiar colors and structures in woodgrains. The video summarizes ...
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Deidre Kruser
Design Center Tour The Northern Engraving Design Center is an inspirational resource for patterns and structures on aluminum. Trend presentations and mood boards feature finishes developed around themes. All can be customized or used as is in decorative trim or nameplates. Come visit us to explore ...
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Deidre Kruser
Decorative Metal Ceilings Aluminum ceiling tiles combine mechanical finishes, printing, coating and forming providing an unlimited pallet of unique patterns, textures and color. Collaboration behind a custom tile often begins with a concept drawing. The custom aluminum tile shown here was developed ...
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Deidre Kruser
Trend Presentation The trend presentation is a series of aluminum finishes developed around themes. Finishes are presented as mood boards. The themes are our interpretation of trends based on research and interaction with designers throughout the world in a diverse range of industries including: ...
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Deidre Kruser
Aluminum Trim Variations on finishes available on aluminum trim are endless. Inspiration for surfaces is taken from all around. The finishes shown here are part of our series of finishes inspired by athletic equipment.
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