Metal Finishes for Interior Design
Metal Finishes For Interior Design
Metal finishes for interior design give walls, furniture, cabinetry and surfaces the authentic look and texture of real metal. VeroMetal® is a liquid metal coating containing actual metal particles, bronze, copper, brass, zinc, iron and more, suspended in a cold-workable resin and applied directly to almost any substrate at 120–150 microns.
VeroMetal Copper, kitchen interior
What Are Metal Finishes For Interior Design?
Metal finishes for interior design are surfaces that carry the appearance, texture and behaviour of real metal. VeroMetal® is a liquid metal coating containing actual metal particles, applied directly to almost any substrate at 120–150 microns and cured at room temperature to a solid metal skin.
VeroMetal eliminates the need for heavy sheet metal or structural reinforcement. The finished surface looks, feels and ages like solid metal, at a fraction of the weight and complexity.
How Are Metal Finishes Applied In Interior Design?
VeroMetal® metal finishes are applied using four methods: spray gun, roller, palette knife or by pouring. Each method produces a different texture and surface quality. Spray application creates a smooth, even metal surface ideal for large wall panels. Palette knife application builds up texture, veining and depth, a favourite with interior designers working on feature walls, furniture fronts and decorative objects.
Mix
Real metal particles are combined with a cold-workable resin to form liquid metal in the chosen finish.
Apply
The liquid is applied to a prepared substrate by spray gun, roller, palette knife or pouring, building a layer of only 120 to 150 microns.
Cure and finish
The coating cures at room temperature, then the surface is sanded, polished and, if desired, oxidised, patinated or sealed. Applicators can work on-site without specialist equipment or high-heat processes.
Which Metals Are Available As Interior Finishes?
VeroMetal® offers over 15 metal finishes for interior design use, each available in multiple surface treatments and patina states.
Bronze
A warm, classic finish suited to kitchen cabinetry, fireplace surrounds and feature walls. Available as standard Bronze and Aged Bronze.
Copper
A warm reddish-orange tone that develops natural patina over time. Used in kitchens, bathrooms and hospitality interiors.
Brass
Available in yellow brass, brown brass and champagne variants. Suits contemporary luxury interiors.
Gold
The most decorative finish, for feature elements, display furniture and bespoke objects.
Zinc
A cool grey architectural finish suited to minimalist interiors and exterior cladding.
Tin
A pale, subtle grey with a quiet sheen, elegant on furniture, walls and fine detailing.
Manganese
A deep, dark-toned finish used on staircases, fireplaces and accent surfaces.
Iron
A raw, industrial appearance for dark and textured interior schemes, developing a living patina through exposure.
Real metal where solid metal cannot go. Metal finishes for interior design bring the depth, weight and patina of genuine metal to surfaces that could never carry solid sheet.
Metal Finishes For Interior Design With VeroMetal vs Solid Sheet Metal
Both deliver a genuine metal surface. The difference is weight, freedom of form and where each can realistically be used inside a building.
Metal Finishes For Interior Design With VeroMetal
VeroMetal coating- Approximately 0.5 kg/m², applied at 120 to 150 microns.
- Bonds to MDF, plywood, plasterboard, concrete, stone, glass and painted surfaces.
- Follows curves, edges and detailed forms without joints or fixings.
- Applied on-site at room temperature, on new or existing interiors.
- Real metal that can be sanded, polished, oxidised and patinated.
Solid Sheet Metal
Traditional cladding- Many times heavier than a coating for a comparable surface.
- Requires fixings, sub-structure and load-bearing support.
- Curves and complex forms need fabrication and welding.
- Existing walls, furniture and fittings often have to be replaced.
- Real metal, but constrained by weight and installation.
VeroMetal Manganese, fireplace surround
What Surfaces Can Receive Metal Finishes?
VeroMetal® metal finishes adhere to a wide range of interior surfaces. The coating is cold-workable, meaning no heat or specialist oven is required, and walls, furniture and fittings can be transformed without replacement.
- Boards and timberMDF, plywood, solid wood, cabinetry and bespoke furniture.
- Mineral surfacesPlasterboard, concrete, stone and architectural walls.
- Synthetics and glassFibreglass, foam, composite panels and glass elements.
- Existing finishesMost painted or primed surfaces, coated directly on-site.
Where Are Metal Finishes Used In Interior Design?
VeroMetal® is specified by architects and interior designers on projects ranging from private residential interiors to landmark cultural buildings, including Hotel Motto Vienna, Museum De Lakenhal and the Louvre Abu Dhabi display cabinets. From a single furniture front to a complete staircase, metal finishes scale to any interior design project.
- Kitchens and barsCabinet fronts, islands, bar counters and splashbacks.
- Architectural elementsStaircase balustrades, ceiling elements and decorative wall panels.
- Fireplaces and feature surfacesFireplace surrounds and accent walls in Manganese or Bronze.
- Furniture and receptionReception desks, bespoke furniture pieces and display cabinetry.
VeroMetal Manganese, staircase, Ibiza
Metal Finishes For Interior Design: Common Questions
What are metal finishes for interior design?
Metal finishes for interior design are coatings or cladding materials that give surfaces the appearance and texture of real metal. VeroMetal® is a liquid metal coating containing real metal particles, including bronze, copper, brass, zinc and iron. Applied at 120–150 microns, VeroMetal creates an authentic metal surface on walls, furniture and architectural elements without the weight of sheet metal.
How thick is a VeroMetal metal finish?
VeroMetal® metal finishes are applied at a coating thickness of 120–150 microns, equivalent to roughly 0.12 to 0.15 millimetres. This thin application adds negligible weight to any substrate, making VeroMetal suitable for walls, panels, furniture and objects that could not support the weight of real metal sheet or cladding.
Can metal finishes be applied to existing furniture or walls?
Yes. VeroMetal® metal finishes bond directly to most existing surfaces, including painted walls, MDF furniture fronts, plasterboard and concrete. Interior designers and contractors apply VeroMetal on-site without removing or replacing existing elements, making it a practical and cost-efficient choice for renovation projects and bespoke interior fit-outs.
Do VeroMetal metal finishes look like real metal?
VeroMetal® metal finishes contain real metal particles, so they look, feel and age like genuine metal. The surface develops authentic oxidation and patina over time, identical to solid metal. Unlike paint or foil alternatives, VeroMetal finishes can be sanded, polished, oxidised and patinated using the same techniques applied to solid metal surfaces.
Which metal finish is most popular for interior design?
Bronze and copper are the most popular VeroMetal® metal finishes for interior use. VeroMetal Bronze is frequently specified for kitchen cabinetry, fireplace surrounds and hospitality interiors. VeroMetal Copper suits warm contemporary schemes. VeroMetal Manganese and Iron are popular in minimalist and industrial interior design schemes where a darker, more restrained metal appearance is required.
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