| Brand Name: | Mellow |
| Model Number: | 201, 202, 301, 304, 304j1, 304l, 321, 309s, 310s, 2205, 409l, 410, 410s, 420, 420j1, 420j2, 430, 439, 409l, 443, 444, etc |
| MOQ: | 50 plates |
| Price: | Negotiable |
| Payment Terms: | L/C,T/T,D/P,D/A,Western Union |
| Supply Ability: | 5000ton/month |
| Product Name | Transfer Printing Wood Grain Stainless Steel Sheet Plate - Douglas fir |
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| Place of Origin | Guangdong, China |
| Grade | 201, 304, 316, 410, 430 |
| Certification | ISO9001&ISO14001 |
| Thickness Range | 0.3mm-3.0mm |
| Tolerance | ±5% |
| Width Range | 600mm-1500mm |
| Length | 2000mm, 2438mm, 3048mm, or customized |
| Size | 1000mm*2000mm, 1219mm*2438mm, 1219mm*3048mm, or customized |
| Color | Champagne, rose, bronze, black titanium, titanium gold, yellow titanium, brown, taw |
| Finish | 2B, BA, No. 4, Hairline, 8K, embossed, etched, vibration, PVD color coated, sand blasted, Anti-fingerprint |
| Color | Gold, Black, Sapphire blue, Brown, Bronze, Purple, Champagne gold, Diamond, Rose gold, Rose red, etc. |
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Lead Time |
10 to 21 working days after the receipt of 30% deposit |
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Processing Service |
Bending, Welding, Punching, Cutting |
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Machines |
8k Polish Machines, Pvd Coating Machines. |
| Packing | Standard export sea-worthy packaging,Wooden pallet or according to customer's request |
| Application | Interior/exterior/architectural/bathroom decoration, elevator decoration, hotel decoration, kitchen equipment, ceiling, cabinet, kitchen sink, advertising nameplate |
This document outlines the streamlined manufacturing process for applying decorative wood grain or marble patterns onto stainless steel plates. The core technology combines a PVD vacuum coating for the base color with a thermal transfer process for the detailed pattern.
Substrate Pretreatment → PVD Vacuum Coating → Thermal Transfer → Post-Processing & Packaging
1. Substrate Pretreatment
This critical first step prepares the stainless steel surface (typically Grade 304 or 316).
Mechanical Finishing: The sheet is polished to a mirror or brushed to a hairline finish, defining the base gloss and texture.
Cleaning & Drying: The plate undergoes thorough chemical cleaning and drying to remove all oils and contaminants. A perfectly clean surface is essential for optimal PVD coating adhesion.
2. PVD Vacuum Coating
This step applies a hard, colored base layer.
Loading & Vacuum: Pretreated sheets are loaded into a PVD chamber, which is sealed and pumped to a high vacuum.
Plasma Etching & Coating: An argon plasma cleans the surface. Then, metal targets (e.g., Titanium) are ionized. By introducing reaction gases like Nitrogen, a hard, colored layer (e.g., Titanium Nitride) is deposited on the steel surface, creating colors like Champagne Gold or Black Titanium.
3. Thermal Transfer Process
This step applies the final wood or marble pattern.
Film Application: A specialized PET film, printed with the desired pattern, is applied to the PVD-coated surface.
Heating & Transfer: The sheet enters a thermal transfer oven. Under controlled heat and pressure, the ink on the film sublimates and permanently penetrates the PVD layer.
Cooling & Peel-off: After cooling, the carrier PET film is peeled away, revealing the finished pattern.
4. Post-Processing & Packaging
The final steps enhance durability and ensure quality.
Protective Coating: A clear, protective layer is applied to guard against scratches and corrosion.
Quality Inspection: Each sheet is inspected for color, pattern clarity, adhesion, and surface defects.
Packaging: A protective film is applied, and sheets are packed securely for shipment.
The Transfer Printed Wood Grain Stainless Steel Sheet Plate in a Douglas Fir finish offers an unparalleled fusion of authentic aesthetics and superior durability. Unlike real wood, this product is impervious to moisture, termites, and rot, making it an ideal solution for environments where natural wood would warp, crack, or decay. The advanced transfer printing technology meticulously replicates the intricate grain patterns, subtle color variations, and warm, textured feel of genuine Douglas fir, providing a visually convincing and high-end appearance. This allows for the coveted rustic or contemporary warmth of wood to be used in demanding applications without any of the inherent weaknesses.
Beyond its stunning looks, this stainless steel core provides exceptional functional benefits. It boasts remarkable strength and impact resistance, ensuring a long-lasting and resilient surface that can withstand heavy use. The material is exceptionally easy to maintain, requiring only a simple wipe with a damp cloth to keep it looking new, and it is highly resistant to stains, chemicals, and corrosion. Furthermore, it is non-combustible, contributing to improved fire safety in any setting. This combination of low maintenance and robust performance makes it a cost-effective and worry-free choice over the long term, eliminating the need for seasonal sealing, painting, or replacement that real wood often demands.
This product ultimately delivers exceptional design versatility and practical installation benefits. It is perfectly suited for a wide range of applications, including interior wall cladding, elevator panels, cabinet doors, and furniture, seamlessly blending the beauty of nature with modern industrial design. The sheets are lightweight yet rigid, facilitating easier and faster installation compared to heavy stone or solid wood panels. By choosing this material, you achieve the sophisticated look of Douglas fir while embracing the practical advantages of stainless steel, enabling creative freedom without compromising on performance, safety, or longevity.