LIGHT GAUGE FINISHES

Architectural Metal, Finished to Inspire.

Explore distinctive colors, textures, and finishes designed to bring depth, character, and lasting beauty to architectural metal.

NATURAL FINISHES

Available on Light Gauge Panels and select Heavy Gauge Systems (depending on finish), these options celebrate the living surface of natural metal as it matures with time - developing rich, organic patinas that reveal depth, authenticity, and craftsmanship.


Stainless steel is the exception, maintaining a timeless and consistent appearance that reflects its

enduring stability.


  1. Zinc: Available on all Light Gauge Panels and Heavy Gauge CSI-FMP
  2. Copper: Available on all Light Gauge Panels and Heavy Gauge CSI-FMP
  3. Stainless Steel 316: Available on all Light Gauge and Heavy Gauge Panels
  4. Terne-Coated Stainless Steel 444 (25 gauge only): Available on all Light Gauge Panels
  5. Cor-Ten Steel: Available on all Light Gauge Panels and Heavy Gauge CSI-FMP
  6. Brass: Available on all Light Gauge Panels and Heavy Gauge CSI-FMP
  7. Bronze: Available on all Light Gauge Panels and Heavy Gauge CSI-FMP
  8. Muntz Metal (Permanent Black): Available on all Light Gauge Panels and Heavy Gauge CSI-FMP
  9. Nordic Royal (Permanent Gold): Nordic Royal is a copper alloy containing copper, aluminum, and zinc. The gold color is through the material, rather than being a painted or coated finish.


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NATURAL METALS EVOLVE OVER TIME

Pre-weathered and pre-oxidized natural metals are available in deep black and brown tones, offering a darker aesthetic expression while retaining their authentic metallic character.



Over time, these initial finishes will evolve as the natural patina develops—a process that occurs more rapidly in coastal or high-humidity environments due to increased salt and moisture exposure.

Zinc

All zinc surfaces gradually transition to a soft, uniform gray.

Terne-Coated Stainless Steel 444

Develops a soft, matte gray patina with a pewter-like appearance as it weathers.

Copper, Brass & Bronze

Evolve toward rich browns and ultimately green patinas as they age.

Muntz Metal

Darkens significantly over time, achieving an almost black, deep brown tone that highlights its distinctive composition.

LIGHT GAUGE PVDF FINISHES

Pre-painted coil and sheet metals ready for fabrication. Available on aluminum, stainless steel 316L, and galvanized or Galvalume steel substrates.

For Light Gauge applications, the paint finish is applied to the coil or sheet before fabrication.

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Standard Kynar® 500 / PVDF Colors

A broad selection of architectural PVDF colors for durable, long-lasting exterior applications.

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Custom Color Matches

Custom colors are available upon request to meet specific architectural and design requirements.

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Stone-Look Finishes

Faux-wood sublimation patterns that provide the appearance and character of natural wood.

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Stone-Look Finishes

Architectural finishes inspired by granite, marble, concrete, and other natural stone surfaces.

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Zinc Aesthetics™

Factory-applied pre-weathered and patina-inspired finishes designed to recreate distinctive zinc appearances.

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Simulated Copper

Faux-oxidized and verdigris-inspired options that recreate the evolving appearance of architectural copper.

Explore Light Gauge Finish Options

Stainless Steel | Aluminum | Light Gauge

Calm rippling gray water filling the frame
Gray-blue static noise pattern filling the frame
Close-up of a light gray textured surface with subtle horizontal patterning.
Dark gray textured surface with subtle light reflection
Close-up of a beige textured fabric or wall surface with subtle horizontal striations.
Close-up of a tan textured fabric surface with a darker shadowed edge on the right.
Gray textured fabric surface with fine speckled pattern
Abstract rusty brown and orange textured surface with mottled speckles and worn paint.
Close-up of a gray textured surface with subtle horizontal ripples
Close-up of pale green water with small ripples and a soft textured surface
Textured brown-orange gradient background with a subtle speckled surface.
Close-up of a tan, textured fabric surface with a subtle woven pattern
Gray textured surface with a subtle speckled pattern
Blurred view of a gray-blue and brown textured surface with a grainy pattern
Light gray textured wall with subtle mottled pattern
Close-up of a textured beige and white speckled surface
Abstract brown textured background with mottled darker and lighter spots
Light blue speckled textured surface with scattered dark flecks
Speckled gold and dark textured surface, abstract background
Close-up of a gray and white textured surface with a mottled pattern
Abstract rusty brown textured surface with mottled orange and tan pattern
Faded turquoise wall with scattered reddish-brown rust or peeling paint spots
Beige textured surface with scattered reddish speckles and a faint gradient.
Close-up of a reddish-brown textured surface with mottled darker speckles and a soft light gradient
Close-up of a copper-brown textured surface with a bright light reflection in the upper left.
Brown speckled textured surface with mottled tan and dark brown pattern
Brown speckled textured surface filling the frame
Abstract beige and brown speckled textured surface
Light gray textured surface with subtle speckled pattern
Close-up of a speckled gray and black textured surface
Close-up of a blue textured surface with a bright light reflection in the upper left corner
Copper-colored textured surface with a subtle gradient from light beige at top to deeper brown at bottom
Orange and gray speckled abstract texture filling the frame
Abstract grainy brown-to-white gradient with speckled noise texture
Mottled orange-brown textured surface with scattered darker speckles
Orange-speckled textured surface with a soft gradient from light tan to rust
Gray speckled textured surface with a soft gradient from light left to dark right
Brown textured background with a mottled, speckled pattern
Rust-colored textured surface with vertical grain and speckled brown-orange pattern.
Abstract orange-red speckled texture background
Close-up of a brown, textured surface with a dark gradient and no distinct objects
Abstract teal and peach textured wall with a weathered, mottled finish
Textured tan-brown surface with a mottled, speckled pattern
Abstract gray-blue static or digital noise pattern with horizontal streaks
Orange textured wall with mottled gray and white weathering stains
Light speckled off-white textured surface with scattered gray flecks
Abstract rust-colored textured surface with lighter speckled pattern and a darker band near the bottom
Abstract brown speckled texture background
Brown-speckled textured surface with a subtle horizontal line near the bottom
Abstract brown and gray textured surface with vertical streaks and speckled pattern
Faded off-white wall with scattered brown peeling paint and stains
Speckled copper-brown textured surface with a bright white glow at the left edge
Speckled pinkish-brown textured surface with a metallic sheen
Gray textured concrete or stone surface with a speckled, weathered pattern
Blurred gray textured surface with a bright light spot near the top center
Abstract gold and brown speckled texture on a gray background
Mint-green textured surface with scattered dark speckles and scratches
Close-up of a gray and beige speckled textured surface
Close-up of a gray speckled textured surface
Abstract mottled texture with brown, green, and teal speckles
Off-white wall with scattered brown speckles, like a textured ceiling tile
Close-up of a brown textured surface with vertical streaks
Golden textured surface with horizontal grain pattern
Dark gray brushed metal surface with fine horizontal texture
Dark gray brushed metal texture with horizontal grain patterns
Close-up of a gray textured surface with a bright light reflection on the left side
Brown wood-grain texture surface
Gray-green mottled textured surface with a subtle speckled pattern
Textured light gray surface with vertical streaks and a subtle gradient.
Close-up of a brown textured surface with a subtle woven pattern
Gray textured metallic surface with subtle light gradient and fine vertical scratches
Close-up of a brown brushed metal surface with vertical texture lines
Close-up of a textured beige-brown wall surface with subtle metallic sheen
Dark textured surface with subtle horizontal lines and a faint light reflection at the top left
Close-up of a light gray textured fabric surface.
Plain gray textured surface with a subtle speckled pattern
Close-up of a plain light beige textured surface with soft shadows
Abstract blue, gray, and rust-colored textured surface with a mottled, weathered pattern
Gray speckled textured surface with a metallic or concrete-like appearance
Close-up of a gray speckled textured surface with a bright highlight near the top.
Abstract mottled purple-gray textured surface with faint speckled patterns
Gray speckled textured surface with scattered dark spots and smudges
Gray mottled textured surface with lighter and darker patches
Close-up of a brushed silver metal surface with fine vertical texture
Gray textured fabric or carpet surface with fine horizontal weave pattern
Close-up of a gray, textured fabric surface
Gray rippled water surface filling the frame
Plain beige textured wall surface
Close-up of a plain gray textured surface with soft light reflection
Close-up of a light gray textured surface with a subtle speckled pattern
Light gray textured surface with a subtle woven pattern
Light tan vertical wood grain texture with thin darker lines
Abstract dark vertical wood grain texture with subtle brown and blue tones
Close-up of light brown wood grain texture
Close-up of a brown wood-grain surface with vertical texture lines
Close-up of a gray textured wall surface with subtle vertical streaks
Light tan wood grain texture with vertical streaks
Close-up of a textured brown wood surface with vertical grain lines.
Blank beige textured surface with subtle speckling.
Dark wooden surface with horizontal grain patterns and a blurred greenish reflection in the center
Light wood grain texture with a pale tan, vertical pattern
Close-up of dark brown wood grain with vertical streaks and textured lines
Brown wood-grain textured surface filling the frame
Close-up of light brown wood grain texture with vertical lines
Dark, textured brown surface with horizontal grain-like lines
Light tan wood-grain surface with fine vertical lines
Light brown wood-grain surface with horizontal texture and knots
Close-up of a textured tan-brown surface with fine vertical grain.
Light wood grain surface in a tan-brown color.
Close-up of a brown wood-grain surface with vertical texture lines
Close-up of tan ribbed fabric or corduroy texture with vertical lines.
Brown vertical wood-grain texture pattern
Light brown wood grain texture filling the frame.
Beige woven fabric with fine vertical stripes and a textured surface
Close-up of a light brown textured surface, likely wood or cardboard.
Close-up of rippling dark brown water with small waves and textured reflections
Light tan wood grain surface with fine vertical texture
Light beige textured wall or fabric surface with subtle vertical grain
Close-up of warm brown wood grain texture with vertical patterns
Light tan wood grain surface close-up.
Brown textured surface with horizontal grain lines
Close-up of a reddish-brown wood grain surface
Close-up of a light gray textured surface with fine vertical streaks
Close-up of a gray textured surface with fine horizontal grain patterns.
Light beige wood grain texture with vertical lines
Beige woven fabric with subtle horizontal texture and fine linear pattern
Close-up of a light brown wooden surface with visible horizontal grain.
Close-up of a brushed beige metallic surface with fine vertical texture
Close-up of light brown wood grain texture
Brown wood grain texture with vertical streaks and fine, natural patterns
Beige textured surface with vertical striped pattern
Textured tan-brown surface with a subtle gradient and fine grain pattern
Close-up of light brown wood grain texture with vertical streaks
Gray brushed-metal surface with fine horizontal texture.
Gray textured surface with fine vertical stripes and subtle light variation
Blank white textured surface with subtle horizontal brushed lines.
Gray textured fabric background with fine vertical streaks
Gray textured fabric or paper surface with a subtle grain pattern
Close-up of a light brown wood grain surface with a smooth, uniform texture
Close-up of a light gray textured surface with a subtle woven pattern.
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RAL COLOR OPTIONS

Explore the Full RAL Color Spectrum

RAL is an internationally recognized color standard used across architecture, design, manufacturing, and numerous industries worldwide, providing a consistent and reliable reference for precise color selection and specification.

CSI Architectural Metal offers the full range of RAL colors in matte, metallic, and gloss finishes. Custom variations are also available, allowing selected RAL colors to be tailored through subtle adjustments in shade, tone, and appearance to meet specific architectural and design requirements.


Finish Possibilities

MATTE
Refined, low-sheen architectural appearance.

METALLIC
Added depth and dimension with a metallic character.

GLOSS
A smooth, reflective finish with greater visual brilliance.

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RAL CLASSIC

1,825

RAL DESIGN SYSTEM +

490

RAL EFFECT

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