--- title: Northern Engraving | Design Blog for Surfaces on Aluminum | Mood Board description: Mood Board | Northern Engraving Aluminum Surfaces Design Blog - covers the possibilities and inspiration for creating patterns and decoration on aluminum surfaces. --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/topic/mood-board/page/1#main-nav) [![Norcorp](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png?width=530&name=Northern-Engraving-Logo-white.png "Norcorp")](https://www.norcorp.com/) - Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog # Surfaces on Aluminum Design Blog ## [Classic Cool Aluminum Surfaces](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/classic-cool-aluminum-surfaces) Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Classic Cool Mood Board The Classic Cool Mood Board features familiar pattern structures utilizing the exceptional beauty of aluminum with calm and soothing results. A sophisticated style mixing traditional finishes with a modern twist incorporating cool color hues of blues and gun metals ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/classic-cool-aluminum-surfaces) ## Twisted and Manipulated Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Crafted Mood Board The Crafted Mood Board features linear finishes on aluminum that have been twisted and manipulated in order to follow the shape of a part. The twists and turns of the lines play along with the bends and curves in decorative trim resulting in unique surface decoration. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/crafted-mood-board-twisted-manipulated-warped-aluminum-surfaces) ## Dynamic Mood Board - Energetic, Sporty, Active Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) The dynamic mood board features technical finishes inspired by active wear and athletic equipment. These versatile patterns on aluminum range from refined bead blasted metal to bold expressive geometrics. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/dynamic-mood-board-energetic-sporty-active-aluminum-surfaces) ## Simply White Decorative Aluminum Finishes Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Simply White has been named 2016 Color of the Year by Benjamin Moore. White as a color for finish development on aluminum is versatile. It can be used as a main color or simply as an accent. Change the gloss level and the result is visual interest. Include some texture and achieve tactile dimension. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/simply-white-decorative-aluminum-finishes) ## Exploring Dark Aluminum Finishes Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Our Presence mood board features black to near black aluminum finishes. Some finishes feature black tints in order to allow a brushed background through, while other finishes utilize high gloss piano black and varying levels of texture and gloss. All of these finishes can be used as is, or are ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/207100/Exploring-Dark-Aluminum-Finishes) ## Dimensional Finishes Using Multiple Layers of Brushing Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Our Multilayered mood board features dimensional finishes focusing on the layering of simple geometric shapes. Selectively brushed areas are layered over bright aluminum with a layer of texture added for further dimension. The layering of processes creates movement and depth for these aluminum ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/205967/Dimensional-Finishes-Using-Multiple-Layers-of-Brushing) ## Presence Mood Board - Black Aluminum Finishes Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) This series of aluminum finishes are inspired by black surfaces. The first direction that was explored is opaque piano black with selective areas of dull or gloss texture. With the dull texture creating a contrasting high/low gloss combination and the high gloss texture a more subtle effect. With a ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/205599/Presence-Mood-Board-Black-Aluminum-Finishes) ## Optic Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) This series of aluminum finishes features textured lines that are tightly spaced and arranged into repeated geometric patterns. Light follows the contours of the lines creating the illusion of depth and movement. Depending on how the light is hitting the finish, an optical illusion of a secondary ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/127843/Optic-Aluminum-Surfaces) ## Patina Finish Options for Aluminum Trim Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Patina Finishes on Aluminum Structure is a main element when defining your aluminum trim decoration. One of the great things about working with aluminum as the canvas is that it is friendly for any structure that you can imagine. A common request is to make the aluminum trim look like it is worn or ... 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