Stainless Steel Effect Aluminium
SPA Aluminium offers a stainless steel effect aluminium finish, achieved through a combination of brushing, polishing and anodising processes.
This finish replicates the appearance of stainless steel while retaining the lightweight and versatile properties of aluminium, making it a practical and cost-effective alternative for many applications.
The final finish typically has a , grey-bronze toned appearance, often with a subtle green or bronze tint depending on the anodising process, closely matching the visual characteristics of stainless steel.
01
A Cost-Effective Alternative to Stainless Steel
Using aluminium to achieve a stainless steel effect offers several advantages to our customers:
- Reduced material weight
- Lower overall cost
- Easier fabrication and installation
- Suitable for large or complex profiles
This makes it an attractive solution for architectural and commercial projects.
02
Combination of Polishing & Anodising
The stainless steel effect is created through:
- Brushing the aluminium to create a directional grain
- Mechanical Bright Polishing to refine the surface
- Electolytic Colour Anodising to add colour, protection and durability
This process ensures the finish is both visually consistent and long-lasting and is available on the following products:
- Stocked anodising quality aluminium extrusions
- Customer supplied materials (subject to quotation)
03
Architectural Applications
Often this finish would be specified for:
- Balustrades and handrails
- Architectural features
- Interior design elements
- Commercial installations
It is particularly suited to projects where a stainless steel appearance is required without the associated cost and weight.
04
Why Choose SPA Aluminium for Stainless Steel Effect Finishes?
- Realistic stainless steel appearance
- Cost-effective alternative
- Lightweight aluminium solution
- Combined polishing and anodising expertise
- Available on stock and free issue materials
- Capability for long lengths (up to 7m)
As always we ask our customers to review our samples before proceeding with a finish, speak with the team today about your brushing requirements.
05
Polishing & Processing Capabilities
At SPA Aluminium, our polishing capabilities enable us to brush and polish lengths up to 7000mm, subject to profile shape. Our finishing services are suitable for aluminium extrusions—preferably 6063 anodising quality—as well as fabricated and manufactured components.
Completing all aluminium finishing under one roof allows us to achieve consistent results and adhere to strict quality checks, ensuring all materials are fit for purpose depending on the project requirements.