Surface Finishes
Explore surface finishing options for plastic and metal parts to improve appearance, texture, durability and functional performance—from prototypes to production parts.
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All Surface Finishes
Choose from a wide range of surface finishing options for plastic and metal parts. Compare appearance, texture, compatible materials and manufacturing processes to find the right finish for your application.
As-Machined Finishes
Standard manufacturing surfaces for functional prototypes, engineering components and parts that do not require additional cosmetic finishing.
Parts retain the natural surface produced by the manufacturing process, with no additional finishing applied.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Metals
- Plastics
Creates a uniform matte or satin surface by blasting fine media onto the part, helping reduce visible machining marks.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Casting
- Metals
- Selected Plastics
Smooth Finishes
Surface treatments designed to reduce roughness, improve visual quality and create smooth or decorative appearances.
Reduces surface roughness and visible marks using abrasive finishing for a cleaner, more uniform surface.
- CNC Machining
- 3D Printing
- Urethane Casting
- Metals
- Plastics
Creates a smooth, glossy or high-reflective surface for cosmetic parts and premium product applications.
- CNC Machining
- Injection Molding
- Urethane Casting
- Metals
- Plastics
Produces fine, directional lines for a consistent decorative appearance and distinctive tactile finish.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Aluminum
- Stainless Steel
- Other Metals
Texture Finishes
Molded surface textures improve appearance, tactile feel and visual consistency while helping reduce fingerprints and minor cosmetic imperfections.
Standardized mold surface finishes based on SPI classifications for consistent cosmetic appearance on injection molded parts.
- Injection Molding
- Injection Mold Manufacturing
- Thermoplastics
- Engineering Plastics
VDI surface textures provide controlled matte and textured finishes directly through the injection mold surface.
- Injection Molding
- Injection Mold Manufacturing
- Thermoplastics
- Engineering Plastics
Custom mold textures developed to match specific product appearance, tactile feel and branding requirements.
- Injection Molding
- Injection Mold Manufacturing
- Plastics
- Engineering Plastics
Coating Finishes
Protective and decorative surface treatments that enhance corrosion resistance, wear performance, appearance and product durability.
Creates a durable oxide layer on aluminum surfaces to improve corrosion resistance, wear performance and appearance.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Aluminum
- Aluminum Alloys
Applies a durable, uniform coating with a wide range of colors and textures for protective and cosmetic applications.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Aluminum
- Steel
- Other Metals
Deposits a thin metallic layer to improve appearance, corrosion resistance, conductivity or surface performance.
- Metal Fabrication
- CNC Machining
- Selected Plastic Parts
- Metals
- Platable Plastics
Removes surface contaminants and improves corrosion resistance on stainless steel components without significantly changing dimensions.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Stainless Steel
Functional Finishes
Secondary finishing processes used for branding, identification, edge improvement and functional product requirements.
Applies logos, text, symbols and graphics directly onto finished parts using durable screen-printing inks.
- Injection Molding
- CNC Machining
- Product Assembly
- Plastics
- Metals
Creates precise and permanent markings for logos, text, serial numbers, symbols and product identification.
- Injection Molding
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Metals
- Selected Plastics
Removes burrs, sharp edges and minor machining marks to improve handling, consistency and part appearance.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Metals
- Selected Plastics
Special Finishes
Additional surface and material treatments for applications requiring specific protection, mechanical properties or cosmetic appearance.
Applies a protective conversion coating that improves corrosion resistance while maintaining electrical conductivity.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Aluminum
- Aluminum Alloys
Modifies material properties to improve hardness, strength, wear resistance and long-term performance.
- CNC Machining
- Metal Fabrication
- Injection Mold Manufacturing
- Steel
- Tool Steel
- Selected Metal Alloys
Provides custom colors, gloss levels and protective coatings to meet cosmetic, branding and product performance requirements.
- Injection Molding
- CNC Machining
- Urethane Casting
- Product Assembly
- Metals
- Plastics
Can't Find the Finish You Need?
Surface finishing requirements vary by material, manufacturing process, appearance and end-use application. Share your project requirements with our engineering team and we’ll help recommend a suitable finishing solution.