Finishes in homes and businesses have periods of popularity and different finishes go in and out of fashion just like the clothing and hair styles. Chrome and Brushed Nickel are two sister finishes that have been becoming more popular lately because they are relatively easy to match with existing kitchen and bath hardware and provide a clean and modern look to any room. When it is time to decide on what finish to use in your home or business it is important to understand how these two finishes are alike and how they differ in order to make a well informed decision. BRUSHED NICKEL Chrome is known for its high shine and reflective surface. It is extremely popular for faucets and most kitchen and bathroom hardware. Solid chrome hardware does not truly clear pores exist however it is actually chrome plating over materials such as brass, steel or copper. Choosing a high quality material such as solid brass will ensure the durability and strength of the hardware over time. The downside to most chrome finishes is they do show marks (finger prints and water spots) easily and any damage such as scratches will be more visible to the naked eye. Brushed or Satin Nickel finishes have been gaining popularity since the 1990s because it solved a lot of the problems of using a polished chrome finish. Brushed and satin nickel (sometimes these terms are used interchangeably) is a matte (or dull) color and has been lacquered. It does not show scratches and wear as easily while still providing a silver color. The problems with satin and brushed nickel however come in trying to match one version of satin nickel to another.
Chrome Versus Nickel The Differences Between Finishes
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