Brushed Steel Sheet For Home Appliance

Brushed metal sheets are widely used in home appliances. With their fine linear texture and metallic finish, they are suitable for exterior panels and housings in products such as refrigerators, washing machines, ovens, dishwashers, and small appliances.To meet the diverse product positioning and cost requirements of home appliance manufacturers, we offer two types of brushed metal sheets for home appliances: brushed stainless steel sheets and metal sheets laminated with brushed film.

Specifications

Item	Parameters
Substrate	304 / 316 / 430 / Hot-dip galvanized steel / Cold-rolled steel
Thickness	0.2mm – 4.0mm
VCM Coated Brushed Sheet Thickness	Substrate 0.3–1.2mm + PVC film 0.13–0.18mm (total thickness 0.43–1.38mm)
Width	Standard widths: 1000mm, 1219mm, 1250mm, etc.
Length	Coils (C) or sheet metal, standard lengths 2000mm, 2438mm, 3048mm
Surface	HL brushed / brushed film / other textures
Texture Type	Straight grain (long filament/short filament), random grain (heterogeneous grain), wavy, threaded, etc.
Color	Silver, black, gold and custom colors
Film Material	PVC / PET, etc.
Film Thickness	Determined according to processing and usage requirements
Supply Type	Coils / Sheets
Packaging	Standard export packaging or as per customer requirements
Certificate	ISO,CE,SGS
MOQ	25 TONS

Brushed Texture Patterns

Since home appliance manufacturers have varying requirements for exterior design, brushed steel sheets are not limited to a single texture. Common effects include:

1. Straight-grain brushed finish: The texture is aligned in the same direction, creating a clean, minimalist visual effect. It is suitable for large exterior components such as refrigerator doors and washing machine panels.
2. Fine-grain brushed finish: The texture is denser, giving the surface a more refined appearance; this is suitable for high-end home appliances and the casings of small appliances.
3. Coarse-grain brushed finish: Features a more pronounced metallic texture and can be used for home appliances with an industrial design aesthetic.
4. Custom textures: If a customer already has a product sample or design drawing, we can match the corresponding color, texture, and surface finish based on the sample.

Product Advantages

• Enhanced Texture: The unique linear texture gives home appliances a more pronounced metallic look.
• Durability: Scratch- and abrasion-resistant, effectively concealing signs of everyday use.
• Good Processability: Suitable for processing operations such as stamping, bending, forming, and shearing.
• Customization Options: In addition to traditional brushed finishes, colors and brushed textures can be customized.

The Brushed Metal Sheets We Supply

We offer two types of brushed metal sheets for home appliances: brushed stainless steel sheets and laminated brushed film metal sheets. Both types are suitable for use in home appliances, but what are the differences between them? Which types of products are they best suited for? Please refer to the table below.

Brushed Stainless Steel Sheets vs. Laminated Brushed Film Metal Sheets

Comparison Items	Brushed Stainless Steel Sheet	Laminated Brushed Metal Sheets
Substrate	SUS304, SUS430 and other stainless steel	DX5*D, SGCC, Cold-rolled Steel, etc.
Brushed Finish	Mechanical brushing creates a brushed finish on the metal surface	Decorative film creates a brushed visual effect
Metallic Texture	Strong	Different metallic effects can be achieved through different film materials
Corrosion Resistance	Excellent, depends on the stainless steel grade	Excellent, mainly dependent on the substrate and film layer system
Color Selection	Relatively limited	Rich variety, customizable
Texture Selection	Brushing process can be adjusted	Different brushed film textures are available
Processing Method	Shearing, stamping, bending, etc.	Stamping, bending, and other processing can be performed according to the film material and substrate.
Appearance Consistency	Affected by the brushing process	Good consistency of film texture
Material Cost	Usually high quality	More cost-effective than stainless steel sheets
Suitable Products	High-end home appliances, products with strong decorative appeal	Suitable for mass-produced home appliances and cost-sensitive products.

Therefore, brushed stainless steel is better suited for products that emphasize an authentic metallic texture, corrosion resistance, and a high-end appearance; laminated brushed film metal sheets are better suited for home appliances that require a wide range of aesthetic options, consistent texture, and cost control.

The actual selection of materials must be determined based on the home appliance’s forming process, operating environment, target service life, and cost requirements. You can also contact us, and we will recommend the brushed metal sheets best suited for your needs.

Applications of Brushed Metal Sheets

1. Major Appliances: Refrigerator door panels/side panels, washing machine control panels, dishwasher door panels, microwave/oven housings.
2. Small Appliances: Housings and control panels for various small appliances (coffee makers, rice cookers, air fryers, etc.).
3. Other Applications: Elevator cabins, elevator doors, commercial kitchen equipment, home decor, architectural trim, etc.

Why Choose Us?

• One-Stop Supply of Coils and Sheets: We supply both steel coils and cut-to-size sheets, allowing customers to choose their preferred procurement method based on their production equipment.
• Professional Supplier of Steel for Home Appliances: We select the appropriate base materials and surface finishes based on the processing requirements of various products, such as refrigerators, washing machines, ovens, and small appliances.
• Customizable Appearance: Brushed textures, colors, film coatings, and sheet dimensions can all be customized according to product design.
• Ideal for Bulk Purchases: We support long-term, bulk purchases by home appliance manufacturers and arrange coil or sheet supply based on production schedules.

If you are a home appliance manufacturer in need of steel products for home appliances, please feel free to contact us at any time.