| 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 - Dark Gray |
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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 Printing Wood Grain Stainless Steel Sheet in Dark Gray offers an unparalleled fusion of enduring strength and sophisticated aesthetics. Crafted from a high-quality stainless steel substrate, this product is inherently resistant to rust, corrosion, and impact, ensuring remarkable longevity even in demanding environments. Unlike natural wood, it is completely immune to warping, cracking, splintering, or insect damage. This robust foundation is complemented by an advanced transfer printing process that meticulously replicates the authentic texture, grain patterns, and tactile feel of real wood. The result is a material that provides the warm, timeless appeal of wood with the superior durability and low-maintenance benefits of modern metal, eliminating the need for periodic sealing, staining, or painting.
This product excels in versatility and practical application, making it an ideal choice for architects, designers, and homeowners. Its lightweight nature compared to solid wood or stone simplifies fabrication and installation across a wide range of projects. It can be easily cut, bent, and welded for use in interior and exterior wall cladding, elevator interiors, cabinet doors, furniture accents, and modern appliance panels. The dark gray wood grain finish provides a particularly contemporary and elegant aesthetic, blending seamlessly with industrial, minimalist, and rustic design schemes. Furthermore, the non-porous, sealed surface of the stainless steel makes it exceptionally easy to clean and maintain, requiring only a simple wipe-down to remove dust, grime, or stains, thereby ensuring its pristine appearance for years with minimal effort.
Beyond its immediate functional benefits, this stainless steel sheet is a smart and sustainable choice for the eco-conscious market. By utilizing the visual appeal of wood grain without harvesting actual timber, it helps in the conservation of natural forest resources. The core material, stainless steel, is fully recyclable at the end of its extremely long life cycle, contributing to a circular economy and reducing environmental footprint. This combination of long-term resource efficiency and end-of-life recyclability makes it a compelling option for projects targeting green building certifications. Ultimately, this product delivers a powerful combination of aesthetic value, exceptional performance, and responsible design, offering a future-proof solution that does not force a compromise between beauty, resilience, and environmental stewardship.