Mechanical Finishes
Delivers consistent stainless steel textures such as brushed, mirror, and matte finishes, widely used in architectural facades, elevators, and interior metal applications.
Architectural Stainless Steel Surfaces & Patterns
Stainless Steel Surface Finishes for Architecture
Engineered in One Vertically Integrated Loop. From raw coil to finished panel — grain, colour and protection are produced under one roof and one measured spec.
Your façade or interior is only as durable as its surface. Specify the wrong finish and you get unpredictable color shift, fingerprint staining, or maintenance that never ends. We help you choose, engineer and verify every surface — so the panel you approve is the panel that ships.
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Stainless Steel Finishes
What Are Stainless Steel Surface Finishes?
A surface finish is the engineered top layer of a stainless steel sheet — mechanical, chemical or textured. It decides how the metal reflects light, resists corrosion, and ages.Most finish problems are decided before production — at the drawing stage. That is why we run DFM review before the first cut.
PVD Color Coating
Vacuum ion coating delivers durable metallic colors such as champagne gold, titanium black, and rose gold, ideal for luxury architecture and interior design applications.
Specialized Finishes
Functional and aesthetic surface system with anti-fingerprint and corrosion resistance, also enabling antique and distressed finishes for diverse architectural applications.
Physical Embossed Textures
Created through mechanical embossing, forming permanent 3D textures that enhance facade depth and visual expression through light and shadow interaction.
Etched Decorative Patterns
Precision etching enables customized patterns and textures for elevators, feature walls, and architectural decorative detailing.
Printed / Transferred Effects
High-definition transfer technology reproduces stone, wood, and graphic textures on stainless steel, combining visual diversity with material durability.
Perforated Art
Variable perforation patterns control light, shadow, and transparency, creating expressive and identity-driven architectural facades.
Application Scenes
Where Finishes Earn Their Place
Stainless steel metal panels for architecture, interiors and equipment,always engineered for real-world performance.
Airport Terminals
Large brushed and sandblasted columns and walls, perforated ceiling screens; mirror and PVD trim on check-in islands, Nano-AF overlay. Durable, fire-safe, easy to clean — light and wayfinding in one material language.
Stadiums & Cultural Centers
Large perforated and mesh facades for acoustics and light, honeycomb composite panels; mirror and PVD accents at the entrance lobby. A dialogue between acoustics, art and metal.
Residential Developments
Lobbies, elevator halls and entrance canopies: brushed large areas, champagne-gold PVD canopies, mirror line trims, honeycomb feature walls. The quality entrance of a high-end residence.
Office Buildings & Corporate Interiors
Lobbies, elevator halls and meeting rooms: brushed large areas, etched pattern bands, PVD trim lines, Nano-AF overlay. Order and texture for the business environment.
Transit Hubs & Rail Stations
Metro and high-speed rail stations: perforated ceiling screens, sandblasted columns, brushed wall panels. Built for high passenger flow — durable, graffiti-resistant, easy to maintain.
Architectural Façades & Sun-Shading
Large perforated screens and brushed panels; PVD champagne-gold trim lines and mirror canopy edges as accents. Perforation controls light and heat; gold lines punctuate; the elevation shifts with the sun.
Interior Walls & Ceilings
Large matte brushed and sandblasted areas; etched pattern bands and mirror-8K line accents.
Elevator Cabins
Brushed wall panels, mirror-8K doors, PVD gold handrails and door frames, Nano-AF overlay.
Commercial Kitchens
Brushed and sandblasted panels with Nano-AF for hygiene and easy cleaning.
Retail & Hospitality
Mixed finishes: brushed large areas, PVD champagne-gold, water-ripple or mirror art walls as small features, antique bar fronts.
THE FINISH LIBRARY
Ten Finishes, One Standard of Craft
Select a finish on the left to explore its surface.
- 01
Brush — LARGE MATTE AREAS
Directional belt-polished, HL/No.4/Satin/Vibration/Cross.
- No glare
- Hides micro-scratches
- Seamless large areas
- 02
Mirror 8K — SMALL ACCENTS · INTERIOR
Multi-stage optical polish, ≥90% reflectivity.
- Mirror reflection
- Easy clean
- Premium feel
- 03
Sandblasted - LARGE ANTI-GLARE AREAS
Zircon bead blast, matte diffusion.- No reflection
- Fine touch
- Anti-fingerprint
- 04
PVD Coated — SMALL ACCENTS · LINE
Vacuum ion plating 0.3–0.5 μm, ≥2000 HV.
- Durable color
- Weatherproof
- Brand colour match, ΔE confirmed per order
- 05
Antique — SMALL · INTERIOR FEATURE
Chemical coloring, antique bronze.
- Vintage luxury
- Unique texture
- Hides marks
- 06
Stamped — SMALL · INTERIOR
Die-stamped relief.
- 3D tactile
- Anti-slip
- Columns & doors
- 07
Etched — SMALL FEATURE AREAS
Chemical / laser custom patterns.
- Brand motifs
- Light & shadow
- Custom
- 08
Embossed — SMALL · INTERIOR TACTILE
Rolled continuous 3D texture.
- Tactile
- Hides flatness
- Art installations
- 09
Perforated — LARGE PERFORATED FACADES · SUN SHADING
CNC perforation, ratio tuned to sun & wind.
- Shade & light
- Ventilation
- Facade mainstay
- 10
Nano-AF — OVERLAY · LAYERABLE
Nanoscale dense layer, non-coating.
- Anti-fingerprint
- Wipe clean
- Stacks with PVD
MATERIAL MATTERS
Recommended Grade for Your Environment
Grade decides corrosion resistance, lifespan and budget. Match it to your environment — salt, humidity, chemicals — before you commit.
SUS 304
The indoor standard. Excellent corrosion resistance for most interiors; cost-effective baseline.
Ideal For:elevator cabs, lobbies, kitchens, standard facades.
SUS 316L
Marine-grade. Superior resistance to chlorides and salt — the choice for coastal, medical, chemical and marine environments.
Ideal For:hospital corridors, coastal cladding, marine interiors, wet areas.
SUS 201
Budget-friendly. Adequate for dry, low-corrosion decorative interiors.
Ideal For:decorative panels, low-humidity interiors, cost-sensitive projects.
TECHNICAL SPECS
Every Parameter,Measured, Not Assumed.
Grade decides corrosion resistance, lifespan and budget. Match it to your environment — salt, humidity, chemicals — before you commit.
| PARAMETER | Specifications | |
|---|---|---|
 | Thickness | 0.3-3.0 mm |
| Width | 10-1500 mm | |
| Length | 300–6000 mm | |
| Flatness | ≤ 3 mm standard; ≤ 10 mm for embossed, perforated and laser-cut panels | |
| Tolerance | Thickness:±0.01mm；Width/Length: 0 /+0.2 mm | |
| Fire Rating | A1 | |
| Surface Roughness (Ra) | Ra ≤ 0.3 μm — mechanical & PVD. N/M for embossed, etched, printed and laser-cut finishes. | |
| Colour Consistency (ΔE) | below 1.0 — mechanical & Nano-AF. PVD & antique: available on request. N/M for embossed, etched, printed and laser-cut finishes. | |
| Protection | PVC protective film + Waterproof Paper + Wooden Package | |
| Salt Spray Resistance | Available on request neutral salt spray, ASTM B117 / ISO 9227 | |
| UV & Weathering | Available on request accelerated UV ageing, ASTM G154 / ISO 11507 | |
| Abrasion Resistance | Available on request Taber abraser, ASTM D4060 | |
| Coating Adhesion | Available on request cross-cut, ISO 2409 / ASTM D3359 |
Finish Selection Matrix — every finish, side by side
| FINISH | APPEARANCE | FLATNESS | WEATHER RESISTANCE | EXTRA LEAD TIME | MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brush (Hairline / No.4) | Satin directional grain | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & sheltered exterior | Baseline (0 days) | 50 sheets |
| Vibration (Cross Hairline) | Random multi-directional grain | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & sheltered exterior | +2–3 days | 50 sheets |
| Mirror 8K | Full reflect, no visible grain | ≤ 3 mm | Interior feature only | +2–3 days | 50 sheets |
| Sandblasted | Uniform matte, anti-glare | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & sheltered exterior | +2–3 days | 50 sheets |
| PVD Coated | Champagne / titanium black / rose gold | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & exterior | +3–5 days | 50 sheets |
| Antique & Patina | Aged, non-uniform character | ≤ 3 mm | Interior feature only | +5–7 days | 50 sheets |
| Nano-AF (overlay) | Clear anti-fingerprint topcoat | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & exterior | +2 days (stacked) | 50 sheets |
| Stamped | Die-pressed relief, repeatable pattern | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & sheltered exterior | +5–7 days | 50 sheets |
| Etched | Recessed artwork, 0.1–0.3 mm | ≤ 3 mm | Interior & sheltered exterior | +5–7 days | 50 sheets |
| Embossed (Water Ripple / Hammered) | 3D relief, light-breaking | ≤ 10 mm | Interior & sheltered exterior | +5–7 days | 50 sheets |
| Printed / Transferred | Stone, wood, graphic imaging | ≤ 3 mm | Interior only | +5–7 days | 50 sheets |
| Perforated | Open area 5–60%, any pattern | ≤ 10 mm | Exterior & interior | +3–5 days | 50 sheets |
| Laser-Cut Screen | Cut-through panel & screen patterns | ≤ 10 mm | Exterior & interior | +3–5 days | 50 sheets |
Available substrate across every finish: SUS 304 / 316L / 201 (201 for interior and dry areas). Ra and ΔE are controlled on mechanical and PVD finishes only — N/M elsewhere, and never stated as a controlled value. Standard lead time is 20 days from drawing approval; figures above are added to it.
50 sheets
20 days standard
express +3–7 by finish
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A4 in 3 days
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Value & Aesthetics
A Finish is a Design Decision
It is a design decision with a lifecycle cost.
Chromatic Synergy
PVD integrates with substrate — brand color stays uniform and long-lasting.
Controlled Light
Ra determines reflection — light environment is predictable and stable.
Low TCO
Nano-AF + correct grade selection = lowest maintenance cost over the panel's life.
SELECTION GUIDE
How to Choose the Right Finish
We align creative vision with weather resistance and budget reality — before production.
Environment
Indoor, coastal or outdoor exposure decides the grade: 304 for dry interiors, 316L for coastal and chemical environments.
Maintenance
High-traffic spaces benefit from Nano-AF and matte textures — wipe-clean, no polishing schedules.
Aesthetics & Texture
Mirror 8K to hairline, sandblasted to PVD coated — brand colours matched to a measured ΔE target.
Substrate & Thickness
0.3–3.0 mm; honeycomb composite for large spans, Tolerance ±0.01 mm.
Budget & Lead Time
MOQ 50 pcs, 20-day lead time, A4 samples in 3 days
Combination
Perforated large areas for shade, PVD coated for accent, mirror for detail.
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PRODUCTION FLOW
From Drawing to Surface
Every panel is engineered, not just manufactured.
Design
Detail & feasibility review
Raw Materials
Mill-sourced quality steel
Slitting
Precision width cutting
Leveling
Flatness & stress control
Surface Lab
Finish testing & matching
Synergy
Coating & performance
Fabrication
Punching, Bending, Laser
Final QC
Inspection & verification
Packing
Secure & protected
Shipping
Global Delivery & Site Technical Support
Project Spotlight
A Commercial-Complex Metal Facade
Perforated + honeycomb composite, champagne-gold PVD accenting the atrium. From drawing to delivered product in 4 months, facade flatness ≤ 3 mm; an instant landmark at opening.
A wall that breathes became the mall’s best signage.
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WHY METALMAGUS
Why Choose MetalMagus
A technical partner behind every panel — manufactured by MetalMagus since 2001.
Technical Partner, Not Supplier
- Since 2001in Hangzhou
vertically integrated experience - 58,000㎡ integrated plant · 210+ engineers & surface experts
- Full Inner Loop 100% vertical integration, no outsourcing
Certainty by Numbers
- Serving 60+ countries · ISO 9001 + National High-tech Enterprise
- ΔE below 1.0 on mechanical finishes · Ra ≤ 0.3 μm · ±0.01mm tolerance control
- MTC material traceability + OQC report · Project transparency
Global & Remote
- 24/7 technical supportacross time zones
- 45+ international logistics partners
- Landmark projects: senior specialists dispatched on-site
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EXPERT FAQ
Surface Finishes Technical FAQ
- Do you support neutral packaging for OEM/ODM orders?Yes. We provide custom labels and privacy protection solutions for trading partners.
- Why is stress leveling emphasized?Removing internal stress is key to preventing optical distortion in high-rise curtain walls under different temperature differences.
- How do you guarantee no color difference for cross-batch replenishment orders?Every furnace run is digitally recorded; replenishment orders are controlled through a Delta E < 1.0 closed-loop color system.
- What if conflicts occur during on-site installation?We provide 24h video support. For landmark projects, experts can be dispatched on-site for installation guidance.
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