Stainless steel comes in a variety of finishes, which are best chosen based on your project specification. If you want to purchase kitchen appliances or simple bathroom fixtures aisle from your local hardware store you’ve likely seen several possibilities. There are metallic-looking or shiny, brushed and mirrored stainless steel options for you to choose from.
Stainless steel is one of the most common materials used in industrial or commercial fabrication mainly for its strength, durability, and versatility. One reason that contributes to the material’s popularity is the availability of several finishes that can totally transform your project from a rustic style to a glamorous one.
WHAT IS A STAINLESS STEEL FINISH?
Stainless steelcomes in a variety of finishes, which are best chosen based on your project specification. If you want to purchase kitchen appliances or simple bathroom fixtures aisle from your local hardware store you’ve likely seen several possibilities. There are metallic-looking or shiny, brushed and mirrored stainless steel options for you to choose from.
Choosing the right stainless steel finish for your particular job will vastly depend on your requirement because different finishes have different functionality, which could affect the longevity of the metal. For example, stainless steel used for outdoor or exterior applications are often a smooth finish with a finishing coat of sealant to prevent exposure to the elements and the resulting erosion of the material.
WHICH ARE THE STAINLESS STEEL OPTIONS?
Initially stainless steel will be in hot rolled finish, which means it looks like you imagine a piece of metal should look like. It won’t be shiny or glossy, and it’s not brushed or mirrored. This metal is left as-is and is often used for products that will be noticeable to customers. This has a similar finish to a kitchen sink.
Some metal will be cold rolled, which gives it a dull or flat finish. This material is grainier and is usually comes in lower price than metal with a hot rolled finish. This metal is left as-is and is often used for products that need the strength and durability of stainless steel, but not necessarily a high-end finish.
For ordering purposes, numbers are associated with different metal finishes as follows:
#2B or #2D represents cold rolled metal that has a dull finish, which is perfect for durability and strength but lacks that “finished” look
#3 or #4 represents hot rolled metal with a nice and perfect finish for a professional look on your project (think: kitchen sink).
#10 represents hot rolled metal that is like a mirror, which often goes to a polisher, prior to installation.
Between 3 and 10 is a sliding scale of mirrored finish.
WHICH OF THE STAINLESS STEEL OPTION IS BEST FOR YOUR JOB?
When it comes to finding the right material for your job, the team at AL MUTQAN STEEL IND.LLC, will be happy to work with you to find the right finish for the aesthetic you have in mind. Contact our team to find out which stainless steel option is the best choice for your job.
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