I am trying to find out how to brush aluminum to achieve my desired grain.
How to brush aluminum sheeting.
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Aluminum is the most common metallic element in the world.
In its pure form aluminum is silvery white and lightweight.
I want a straight line deep grain to be anodized.
In this video mark shows you how to achieve a brushed metal affect on your aluminum fan shroud using only wd 40 and a scotch brite pad.
While readily available and commonly used aluminum is a difficult material to process as it poses a unique set of challenges particularly when it comes to grinding.
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Select direction in which you want your finish to be.
Fasten your aluminium work piece.
I tried a belt sander and it embeds small aluminum flakes in the metal and i get a rippling effect in the grain.