Armac Martin Finish guide
Aged Brass (BEL)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish, then a light antique patina is then applied to the brass before being placed into barrelling machines. This naturally aged appearance will further age and darken slightly over time, as it is a living finish.
Aged Copper (AGC)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish and is then
plated with copper. Then an antique patina is applied to the brass before being placed into barrelling machines to produce the aged appearance. This naturally aged appearance will further age and darken
slightly over time, as it is a living finish.
Aged Nickel (NPB)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. The product is then lightly distressed. Finally, a dull nickel plate is applied to the product.
This is a living finish which will oxidise over time.
dark aged brass (DAB)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish then a dark
antique patina is applied to the brass before being placed into
barrelling machines to produce the aged appearance. This naturally aged
appearance will further age and darken slightly over time, as it is a
living finish.
Satin brass unlacquered (sbul)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. As this is a living finish, the finish will naturally oxidise and patina over time.
polished brass unlacquered (pbul)
The product is hand polished to a smooth mirrored finish. As this is a living finish, the finish will naturally oxidise and patina over time. This can be prevented with regular polishing.
polished brass lacquered (pbl)
Hand-polished to a smooth mirrored finish then a highly durable clear gloss lacquer is applied and baked in our ovens to ensure the lacquer cures to offer lasting protection.
Satin Brass lacquered (sbl)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. A highly durable clear gloss lacquer is then applied which is baked in our ovens to ensure the lacquer cures to offer lasting protection.
Gloss finish.
satin brass satin lacquered (SBSL)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. A highly durable clear satin lacquer is then applied and baked in our ovens to ensure the lacquer cures to offer lasting protection.
Matt finish.
Polished nickel plate (pnp)
The product is hand polished to a smooth mirrored finish. A bright nickel plate is then applied.
The nickel plate provides a durable finish and has a warmer tone than chrome
polished chrome plate (pcp)
The product is hand polished to a smooth mirrored finish. A bright nickel plate is then applied before a chromium plate is applied on top of the nickel.
Chromium plate provides a durable and hard-wearing finish.
satin nickel plate (snp)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. A dull nickel plate is then applied.
The nickel plate provides a durable finish and has a warmer tone than chrome.
satin chrome plate (scp)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. A dull nickel plate is then applied before a chromium plate is applied on top of the nickel.
Chromium plate provides a durable and hard-wearing finish.
hand burnished nickel (hbn)
The product is hand polished to a smooth mirrored finish. A bright nickel plate is then applied. The finisher then hand burnishes the product to achieve a natural-looking aged appearance.
The hand-burnished nickel finish is classed as a living finish which will oxidise over time
hand burnished brass (hbb)
The product is hand polished to a smooth mirrored finish. The finisher then hand burnishes the product to achieve a natural-looking aged appearance.
The hand-burnished brass finish is not lacquered and as a result, is classed as a living finish which will oxidise over time.
fine english antique (fea)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. It is then dipped in an antique solution before being relieved by hand. This is a living finish.
satin antique satin lacquered (sas)
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dark bronze (dbz)
The product is hand sateened to give a brushed satin finish. A bronzing powder is evenly applied by hand to give a smooth consistent finish before being relieved on the polishing lathe. This is a living finish and the finish may lighten with use over time.
matte black lacquered (mbl)
The product is hand sateened to and shot blasted to give the metal the desired surface finish.
A highly durable matt black-coloured lacquer is then applied which is baked in our ovens to ensure the lacquer cures to offer lasting protection.
