--- title: Rugged Aluminum Surfaces description: Patina finishes on aluminum showcase craftsmanship and character. It is a popular way to incorporate a rugged look to surface decoration. image: https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/images/Trim%20Blog%20Images/IMG_4014%20copy.jpg --- [](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/rugged-aluminum-surfaces#main-nav) # Rugged Aluminum Surfaces [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/facebook_footer.png)](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Ftrim-blog%2Frugged-aluminum-surfaces) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/linkedin_footer.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Ftrim-blog%2Frugged-aluminum-surfaces&title=&source=%2F&summary=Check%20out%20this%20great%20blog%20post%20I%20just%20read) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/twitter_footer.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Check%20out%20this%20great%20blog%20post%20I%20just%20read&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Ftrim-blog%2Frugged-aluminum-surfaces) [![](https://www.norcorp.com/hubfs/norcorp/social-icons/googlefooter.png)](https://plus.google.com/share?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.norcorp.com%2Ftrim-blog%2Frugged-aluminum-surfaces) [Previous← Muted Sheen for Aluminum Trim](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/muted-sheen-aluminum-trim) [NextEngine Turned Aluminum Trim →](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/engine-turned-aluminum-trim) [Vicky Bowie](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/author/vicky-bowie) **Aug 3, 2017 11:00:00 AM ** There is a popularity with surface decoration that appears to be patinaed or well-worn. This gives a masculine, rugged feel to the finish structure. Check out these images! ![IMG_4014 copy.jpg](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Trim%20Blog%20Images/IMG_4014%20copy.jpg?width=748&height=498&name=IMG_4014%20copy.jpg) Patina finishes on aluminum showcase craftsmanship and character. What a great way to incorporate interesting surfaces to interior trim! ![IMG_4022 copy.jpg](https://www.norcorp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Trim%20Blog%20Images/IMG_4022%20copy.jpg?width=748&height=498&name=IMG_4022%20copy.jpg) #### Custom Patterns Many options exist to customize distressed or patina finishes for your decorative trim application. Incorporate as full background finish or use it as an accent for a specific area to draw attention. The degree of scratch or worn elements can be increased or decreased. Color can be tweaked to fit your palette.  #### Related Posts [Patinas and Metal Trim](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/bid/18748/Patinas-and-Metal-Trim) [Worn Aluminum Trim](https://www.norcorp.com/design-aluminum-surfaces-blog/worn-aluminum-trim) [Scratched Aluminum Surface Collection](https://www.norcorp.com/surface-collections/surface-collection-page/scratched-aluminum-surface-collection) [Contemporary Aged Aluminum Surface Collection](https://www.norcorp.com/surface-collections/surface-collection-page/bid/46356/Contemporary-Aged-Aluminum-Surface-Collection) *Want to explore more options of patina finishes which could be incorporated into your design? Let's talk!* [![Micro Surface Collection eBook - Aluminum Finishes](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/60349/13a42733-a20e-44dc-8591-6394247acba7.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/60349/13a42733-a20e-44dc-8591-6394247acba7)   Topics: [Distressed Aluminum](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/distressed-aluminum)   ### Subscribe to Trim Blog - [Topics](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/rugged-aluminum-surfaces#mia-topics) - [Popular](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/rugged-aluminum-surfaces#mia-popular) - [Aluminum Badges (2)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/aluminum-badges) - [Aluminum Trim (4)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/aluminum-trim) - [Anodized Aluminum (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/anodized-aluminum) - [Brushed Aluminum (3)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/brushed-aluminum) - [Custom Patterns (2)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/custom-patterns) - [Customized Patterns on Aluminum (2)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/customized-patterns-on-aluminum) - [Distressed Aluminum (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/distressed-aluminum) - [engine turned aluminum (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/engine-turned-aluminum) - [Exterior Trim (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/exterior-trim) - [Geometric Finish (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/geometric-finish) - [Gradient Finishes (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/gradient-finishes) - [Mechanical Finishes (3)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/mechanical-finishes) - [Nameplate Tools (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/nameplate-tools) - [Pattern on Pattern (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/pattern-on-pattern) - [Promotional Products (1)](https://www.norcorp.com/trim-blog/topic/promotional-products) ### Resources ### Design ### About © 2026 NBHX TRIM GROUP - Northern Engraving | 803 South Black River St. | Sparta, WI 54656-0377 | Phone +1 608 269 6911