Sheet/Plate

Polished Stainless Steel Sheet & Plate

Nationwide Architectural Metals is an architectural metal manufacturer with over 40 years of experience manufacturing and supplying a variety of stainless steel, nickel, brass, bronze, and aluminum sheet and plate for projects around the country. The stainless steel plate is popular in architectural design for customers that rely on us for quality and precision. We carry stainless steel, nickel, aluminum, brass and bronze sheet and plate in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses. Additionally, we offer custom-cut lengths and final polishes. From exterior walls to large statues and interior lighting fixtures to kitchen prep tables, our architectural sheet metal and plates are used in a variety of applications.

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304 Stainless Steel Mirror Finish Sheet & Plate

#7 Mirror Finish – A smooth buffed finish with a highly reflective surface in which grit lines are not removed. The metal is belt polished with a 280-320 belt then buffed with a cut and color compound. This finish is a good way to get metal shiny, but not flawless.

#8 Directional Mirror Finish – An extremely reflective surface due to many stages of directional buffing and polishing. It is completed by buffing with a rouge compound. This finish will show slight buffing lines deep in the mirror reflection creating a very light haze.

#8 Super Mirror Finish (Non-Directional Mirror Finish) – No grit lines, no haze. This finish is used in architectural and design projects where the outward appearance of the metal is critical.

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Brushed & Satin Finish Stainless Steel Sheet & Plate

#2B/Mill Finish – The unpolished look of the cold rolled material immediately after milling. This finish has some luster, but is not reflective. #2B/Mill Finish is recommended when appearance is not a factor in the application of the metal.
Bright Annealed Finish – A reflective, mirrorlike appearance with some imperfections and cloudiness. Annealed finishes are accomplished by heat-treating the metal in a furnace and allowing it to cool slowly. This is a lower-cost option.
#3 Satin Finish – A coarse finish. #3 Satin Finish is polished using a wide belt machine with the finish measuring between a 60-80 Grit and 50 RA.
#4 Satin Finish – A fine polishing grit line that is uniform and directional. While similar to #3, #4’s final polishing is done using a higher grit of 120-180 and 32 RA Max producing a smoother, more refined finish. This finish is commonly used for stainless steel products.
#4 Long-Grain Finish – Grain pattern with a continuous grit line. This finish begins with the same initial process of #4 standard finish, with the grain running continuously along the length of the product. It is commonly referred to as a “hairline” finish.
#4 Cross-Grain Finish – Begins with the same initial process of a standard #4 finish with a change of direction of the grain resulting in a horizontal direction.
#4 Non-Directional Satin Finish – Begins with the same initial process of a standard #4 finish, but is completed so that the grit is in a random orbital finish.
#6 Satin Finish – Results in an even smoother appearance than #4 finish. After initial polishing, the final finish is achieved by polishing with a 240-320 grit abrasive belt and measures a 20 RA max. Used frequently for 304 Stainless Steel.
#6 Long-Grain Finish – Known as the hairline finish. This finish begins with the same initial procedure with grain running continuously along the length of the product.
#6 Cross-Grain Finish – Grain running in a horizontal direction. This finish is the same initial process of #6 standard.
#6 Non-Directional Satin Finish – Another variant of the #6 finish, this is a random orbital finish.

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Stainless Steel Sheet & Plate

Stainless steel sheet and plate offer great corrosion resistance, heat resistance and good weldability. Stainless steel – an iron-based alloy – is known for its durability due to its self-renewing layer of chromium oxide. This shiny exterior layer results in an attractive and easy-to-maintain surface.

As a stainless steel sheet supplier, we’ve seen stainless steel sheets and plates used in applications of all shapes and sizes. It is most popular in kitchens as it provides a clean, antimicrobial surface.

Benefits of Stainless Steel Sheet & Plate

High strength-to-weight ratio
Hygienic, easy-to-clean surface
Aesthetically appealing appearance
Resistant to high temperatures
Easily cut, formed, machined and welded

Common Stainless Steel Sheet & Plate Grades

303 Stainless Steel
304/304L Stainless Steel
316/316L Stainless Steel

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Architectural Nickel Sheet & Plate

Nickel silver plates are used for their strength, weldability and corrosion resistance. Nickel is naturally shiny and silvery-white with a gold tinge. This metal is also able to withstand high heat and is hygienic. Because of its ability to withstand high heat, nickel silver plate can be used in exterior as well as kitchen architecture.

Benefits of Nickel Silver Plate

High strength
Weldability
Corrosion resistance
Withstands high temperatures
Hygienic

Common Nickel Sheet & Plate Grades

Nickel 200
Nickel 201
Nickel 205

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Architectural Aluminum Sheet & Plate

As an aluminum plate supplier, Nationwide Architectural Metals values aluminum for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and high resistance to corrosion. Aluminum sheet and plate can be easily formed and bent and can be polished to a highly reflective state.

Benefits of Aluminum Sheet & Plate

Lightweight
Corrosion resistance
Strength
Durability

Common Aluminum Sheet & Plate Grades

3003 Aluminum
5051 Aluminum
5052 Aluminum
6061 Aluminum
6063 Aluminum

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Architectural Brass Sheet & Plate

Created by alloying copper and zinc, brass sheet and plate have great corrosion resistance and good durability. Brass sheets and plates are prized for their shiny, decorative appearance. Additionally, they require little maintenance and have good antimicrobial properties.

Benefits of Brass Sheet & Plate

Beautiful bright gold, reddish-gold, or silver-white appearance
High malleability
Low friction
Corrosion resistance
Easy to cut, machine and fabricate

Common Brass Sheet & Plate Grades

230 Red Brass
260 Yellow Brass
360 Yellow Brass
464 Naval

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Architectural Bronze Sheet & Plate

Bronze sheet and plate offer a deep and rich gold color prized in architectural applications. This metal – 90 percent copper and 10 percent zinc – offers great strength and resilience. It can be seen in elevator cabs, wall treatments, molding, wall panels, nameplates, signs and clocks.

Benefits of Bronze Sheet & Plate

Low friction
Oxidizing outer layer protects the interior from corrosion
Cost-effectiveness
Resistance to corrosion and metal fatigue

Common Bronze Sheet & Plate Grades

220 Commercial Bronze
280 Muntz
385 Architectural Bronze

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NAM for Architectural Sheet and Plate

At Nationwide Architectural Metals, we manufacture and supply high-quality sheet and plate metal. We offer custom, satin, and mirror finishes ensuring that the final product is exactly what our customers envision. Contact us today to learn how we can help you make your design a reality.

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