Painted metal finishes. Colour, protection and character on every surface

Metal painting is far more than a surface protection. It is the process that determines the final colour of a work, its relationship with light and its ability to last over time without losing identity.

The painted metal finishes we produce

At Metalbril, painted metal finishes are special treatments developed to measure for each project: from transparent painting that preserves the natural character of the material, to rust-effect and corten-effect finishes that bring an authentic materiality to large-format architectural surfaces, through to enamelling and lacquering for projects requiring pure colour and high surface resistance. Every painting cycle is developed on sample and validated before production, with a documented process compliant with European reference standards.

Rust effect. The oxidization that becomes aesthetic

The rust-effect finish is among the most requested in luxury interior design projects seeking an authentic and materic aesthetic. The rust colour, with its tones ranging from burnt orange to dark brown, brings a dense visual presence of great character to metal and architectural surfaces. The rust-effect painting we produce on iron and steel simulates the natural oxidization process of metal with controlled and repeatable results, maintaining surface protection over time. The rust-effect finish on iron is among the most appreciated for wall cladding, decorative panels, tables and furniture accessories where the material’s physical weight is an integral part of the project. Every sample is developed and validated before production, with the possibility of calibrating the exact rust colour required by the design brief.

Corten effect. Time that becomes a finish

The corten effect is the finish that brings to metal surfaces the aesthetic of weathering steel, the metal that naturally develops a protective oxide layer with warm and earthy tones. The corten-effect painting we produce on iron and steel reproduces the typical corten tones, from orange to reddish brown, with a surface texture that simulates the natural oxidization of the material. The corten effect on iron is highly valued for architectural cladding, facades, panels and decorative elements both indoors and outdoors, where the industrial and natural aesthetic of the material is a precise design choice. The corten-effect paints we use guarantee an authentic and long-lasting result, developed on sample before every commission.

Transparent painting. The protection that goes unseen

Protective transparent painting is by far the most widely used metal finishes paint on worked metals. It preserves the natural colour of the material, enhances its veining and reflections and extends the surface life over time without altering its visual identity in the slightest. It is the ideal choice for burnished brass, oxidized iron and treated copper, where the underlying metal finish must remain the absolute protagonist. Transparent painting on brass, in particular, is among the most requested processes for all those decorative and furniture elements where the warmth of the metal must be preserved intact over time.

Matte and gloss painting. The choice that defines the environment

Matte painting produces matte and silent surfaces, highly valued in contemporary design for their ability to enhance the metal without adding reflections. Gloss painting instead delivers maximum reflection, with surfaces that dialogue with light and amplify the perception of space. Stainless steel painting in matte or gloss, brass painting and aluminium painting are among the most requested metal finishes paint options in luxury interior design projects for furniture accessories, cladding and custom architectural elements.

Enamelling and lacquering. Pure colour on metal

Metal enamelling and metal lacquering are painted finishes that bring pure, compact colour of great surface resistance to any metal element. These are treatments highly valued in projects requiring a precise chromatic palette, uniform surfaces and high durability over time. Applied to iron, stainless steel, brass and aluminium, with the possibility of developing custom tones on sample before production.

Certified metal finishes paint. Quality documented on every commission

Metal carpentry painting at Metalbril is carried out in compliance with European reference standards. For projects requiring certified painting cycles, we apply systems compliant with ISO 12944 C5M for the corrosion protection of metal structures. Every painting cycle is documented and traceable, in line with our EN 1090 certification for steel and aluminium structures. Powder coating of stainless steel and aluminium is available on request for projects requiring finishes that are particularly resistant to mechanical wear and weathering.

From sample to installation. The Metalbril process

Every painted finish we produce is born from a direct exchange with the designer. Starting from the choice of finish type and material, the physical sample is developed to be assessed under real lighting conditions and production only proceeds after validation. Delivery and on-site installation are managed directly by our team, with a single point of contact for the entire process.