© 2006, Legacy Bronze
Satin Aluminum
The natural metal color with subtle
horizontal grain lines. Meets NAAMM
finish designation AA-M33-C11-R10.
Natural Satin
The Natural metal color with subtle
horizontal grain lines meets NAAMM
finish designation M33-C11-060.
Polished Bronze
The natural metal color buffed to a high
gloss, obtained by polishing with
successively finer abrasives, then
buffing with fine buffing compound.
Meets NAAMM finish designation
M42-M22-C10-060.
Finishes
Once the background of the plaque has been painted, the surface areas are highlighted by
sanding (flat areas) or buffing (sculpted areas). To inhibit natural oxidization, a clear, protective
coating is then applied.
Protective Finishes
In order to protect the natural, highlighted finish of a cast bronze or a aluminum plaque, two
options are available:
Clear Protective Lacquer
Providing a low gloss appearance, this clear coating was developed to help ensure many
years of carefree maintenance. This option should be selected when matching older plaques or
when a lower gloss look is desired (particularly for interior applications.)
Diamond Shield® Protective Coating
Diamond Shield® can be factory-applied only and provides maximum protection. This coating is
applied with a heavier thickness than our clear protective lacquer and is available in a high
gloss version only. Diamond Shield® is particularly effective in harsh, exterior environments,
where plaques are exposed to salt, pollution and weather.
Helpful Hints
The maximum size available for polished bronze plaques is 48" x 36". A polished finish is not
recommended when there are large raised areas due to normal surface inconsistencies
inherent in the casting process.
The casting alloy of aluminum used by Matthews does not lend itself to polishing. Polished
aluminum plaques are not available.
Diamond Shield® is our standard clear, protective coating. Unless otherwise specified, all
plaques will receive Diamond Shield® clear protective coating.
