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Old 06-09-2012, 04:41 AM
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Steel workers I need advice. I work in a steel shop and want to use steel plate to enclose my stand. I want to take raw plate and finish the surface to something that my wife will like. If you know some techniques to achieve a awesome finish please let me know how.
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Old 06-09-2012, 05:02 AM
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Powder coat...



Or.... coarse sand blast then finish with clear.
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Old 06-09-2012, 05:45 AM
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Big fan of POR15, this stuff is bullit proof...

http://www.por15canada.com/
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I've seen some really nice sheet steel finished with angle grinders to give it swirls and rainbow type designs. Clear coat afterwards. Have never tried it myself but some artistic ability would probably be required.
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I would do scotch brite and do a brushed finish. wil look similar to your stainless appliances. a bit of oil will give it corrosion resistance.
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Old 06-09-2012, 09:07 PM
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I used to work with alumimun
A flapper disc on a polisher gives a unique look
Might look weird on a large piece though ...
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