Finish and Coating Types Overview

This document provides a comprehensive list of metal finishes and coatings, including their French and English designations along with corresponding codes. These finishes are commonly used in decorative and functional metal applications.

Polished and Velvet Chrome Finishes

• Chrome Polished (A1): Standard polished chrome finish.
• Chrome Velours / Velvet Chrome (B2): Chrome with a soft, velvet-like texture.
• Chrome Matt (B1): Matte chrome finish with reduced gloss.

Ruthenium Finish

• Ruthenium (C6): A dark, durable finish often used for its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal.

Brass Finishes

• Lacquered Polished Brass (B4): Polished brass coated with lacquer for protection.
• Antique Brass (B5): Brass with an aged, patinated appearance.
• Unlacquered Brass (A3): Polished brass without protective lacquer, prone to natural patina.

Gold Finishes

• Crystal Gold (C1): Bright, reflective gold finish.
• Matt Crystal Gold (D2): Matte version of crystal gold with subdued shine.
• Polished Gold (D1): High gloss polished gold finish.
• Velvet Gold (E2): Gold finish with a soft, velvet texture.
• Antique Gold (E3): Gold with an aged, antique look.
• Rose Gold (E4): Gold with a pinkish hue.

Nickel Finishes

• Polished Nickel (A2): Shiny, reflective nickel finish.
• Matt Nickel (B3): Matte nickel with reduced gloss.

Silver Finishes

• Unlacquered Silver (E5): Bright silver finish without lacquer protection.
• Matt Unlacquered Silver (E6): Matte silver finish without lacquer.

Bronze and Copper Finishes

• Antique Bronze (C2): Bronze with an aged patina.
• Medal Bronze (C3): Bronze with a medal-like finish.
• Antique Pewter (C5): Finish resembling aged pewter.
• Polished Copper (A4): Bright, polished copper finish.

Additional Information

The document also references two websites: cristal-et-bronze.com and serdaneli.fr, which may be related to the source or suppliers of these finishes.

Critical Points and Recommendations

• Each finish is identified by a unique code (e.g., A1, B2) facilitating specification and ordering.
• Finishes vary in gloss level (polished, matt, velvet) and protective coatings (lacquered vs. unlacquered), impacting durability and appearance.
• Antique and patinated finishes provide aged aesthetics suitable for vintage or classical designs.
• Selection should consider environmental exposure, desired appearance, and maintenance requirements.