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Material Surface Finishes
Metallic; Brushed Steel
Description: Original
Brushed steel refers to a surface finish that has an intentionally scratched look. Scratches
run across the surface causing the metal’s reflection to stretch or blur in the same direction.
Rationale:
This finish is commonly seen on a variety of products, such as kitchen appliances like
mixers, blenders, pots and pans. I wanted to replicate it because of its popularity.
Attributes:
Brushed steel is corrosion resistant, has a high tensile strength, very durable, temperature
resistant, low maintenance and easily formed and fabricated.
Applications + Samples:
Light Switch Bowl Kitchen Sink Bottle Light
Replication
Replication Process:
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Sanded & primed the acrylic Sprayed a thick layer of Immediately brush across
to achieve a smooth aluminum spray paint. the acrylic - you can’t let
base to work with. the paint set at all. Final Result
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