--- title: Northern Engraving | Design Blog for Surfaces on Aluminum | Surfaces (7) description: Surfaces | Northern Engraving Aluminum Surfaces Design Blog - covers the possibilities and inspiration for creating patterns and decoration on aluminum surfaces. (7) --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/topic/surfaces/page/7#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 ## [A Coined Aluminum Finish Alternative](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/102575/A-Coined-Aluminum-Finish-Alternative) Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Real Metal Textures in Aluminum Trim The Nova Trim process combines standard decorative processes with coining and embossing to press texture into the surface of metal. Brushed and bright aluminum adds movement while texture creates natural highlights and shadows in the metal. Simulated Nova Trim ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/102575/A-Coined-Aluminum-Finish-Alternative) ## Aluminum Finishes Inspired by Woven Wire Mesh Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration These woven wire structures feature thick strands of metal woven together to create a 3-dimensional mesh structure. The depth of weave reflects light creating a surface with a lot of movement and a nice tactile feel. There are many options when it comes to expanded metal, these are ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/101441/Aluminum-Finishes-Inspired-by-Woven-Wire-Mesh) ## New Aluminum Finishes on Decorative Trim Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) We're working on new finishes for our latest mood board. Here's a sneak peek at a couple of new finishes that will be featured. These are part of a new series of finishes exploring linear fretwork, layered grids and lattice configurations. These connected, joined, and engineered structures come ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/100699/New-Aluminum-Finishes-on-Decorative-Trim) ## Black Textured Aluminum Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Basic black textures fuse with brushed metal, matte black and transparent grey. Combinations of matte and glossy layers are explored in this series. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/94465/Black-Textured-Aluminum) ## Woodgrain Finishes on Metal Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Translate beautiful variations of wood graining onto metal. Explore different varieties of wood, such as sycamore, walnut and elm. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/80184/woodgrain-finishes-on-metal) ## Starburst Finish on Aluminum Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration A radial starburst is an interesting effect created by lines emanating from a central source. The line spacing increases as you travel away from the center creating an optical illusion of depth. An added level of detail is achieved when the remaining spaces between the lines are ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/78989/Starburst-Finish-on-Aluminum) ## Carbon Fiber Aluminum Finishes Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) This group of dynamic aluminum finishes depend on brushing and spinning layered with transparent tints of color for the kinetic effect apparent in real carbon fiber trim. [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/78292/Carbon-Fiber-Aluminum-Finishes) ## Edo Kiriko (Carved Glass) Aluminum Finish Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) The Inspiration Edo Kiriko is the traditional Japanese craft of carving colored glass which has been handed down over generations. Designs are created by engraving patterns on the surface of colored glass. The colored glass is laid over clear glass before the engraving takes place. The traditional ... [Read More](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/76668/Edo-Kiriko-Carved-Glass-Aluminum-Finish) ## Coarse Brush Aluminum Patterns Posted by [Mitch Larson](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/author/mitch-larson) Contrast natural materials with high-tech innovation. Variations in fine and coarse brushed texture are explored using familiar metal colors. 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