A reliable, illustrative guide to designing metal-clad surfaces Architectural Metal Surfaces is a focused and highly visual guide that helps architects and other design professionals recognize, understand, and specify specialized metal surfaces. More than 150 illustrations show applied techniques for achieving a variety of surface effects using both reflective and nonreflective metal surfaces, color, textural effects, and lighting effects. Architectural Metal Surfaces presents successful methods for creating stunning and durable surfaces, with information on: Expectations of various metal finishes Metal surface functional requirements Surface texturing Treatment of seams, joints, transitions, and edges Chemical and mechanical processes used to enhance metal surfaces Both successful and problematic architectural metal installations are illustrated in thirty-two pages of color photos. Information on the durability and maintenance requirements of various finishes, as well as the latest on sustainability related to metals, is offered with practical advice to help designers develop accurate metal specifications and details.