--- title: Northern Engraving | Design Blog for Surfaces on Aluminum | Surfaces (2) description: Surfaces | Northern Engraving Aluminum Surfaces Design Blog - covers the possibilities and inspiration for creating patterns and decoration on aluminum surfaces. (2) --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/topic/surfaces/page/2#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 ## [Aluminum Finish Inspired by Hexagon Shapes](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/aluminum-finish-inspired-by-hexagon-shapes) Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration Picking up on the popularity of geometric shapes took us on an exploration of layering hexagon shapes. Hexagons stack nicely next to and on top of each other which made a natural focus for the positive and negative space to become the basis for trial and development. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/aluminum-finish-inspired-by-hexagon-shapes) ## New Designer Disc Collection | Aluminum Finishes Posted by [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/vicky-bowie) Aluminum Finishes for Inspiration The latest designer disc collection features some of the most popular patterns on aluminum with tactile flair and depth achieved through familiar geometric, woven or organic structures. Each finish combines brushing, printed color and screened texture to create an ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/207433/New-Designer-Disc-Collection-Aluminum-Finishes) ## Flowing Aluminum Surfaces Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration Inspiration is drawn from molten solids and the effects that are created as material drips either off a structure or down a canvas. The combination of the drip structure along with the pooling effects create stunning organic structures that are both unique and bold. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/207353/Flowing-Aluminum-Surfaces) ## 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) ## Organic Linear Aluminum Finish Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration Linear cuts are carved into this thick piece of metal leaving deep grooves. The lines stop short and may pick up elsewhere creating a random linear pattern. As the lines are carved, a tooling chatter is left in the valleys of the cuts adding to the organic look of the surface. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/206513/Organic-Linear-Aluminum-Finish) ## 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) ## Authentic Woven Wire Interpreted to Aluminum Finishes Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration This woven wire mesh features thick bands of metal tightly wound with the tops being flattened creating oval shapes within the mesh. These ovals are layered over a wide flat band of metal. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/205553/Authentic-Woven-Wire-Interpreted-to-Aluminum-Finishes) ## Dark Aluminum Finishes with Selective Gloss Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Contrasting Gloss Levels Add Interest to Black Aluminum Finishes High gloss piano black is an elegant look. When creating these finishes, we wanted to build on the qualities of piano black by combining selectively patterned dull areas. The combination of high gloss background with low gloss texture ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/204878/Dark-Aluminum-Finishes-with-Selective-Gloss) ## 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 ... 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