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What is Pressed Metal? What is Pressed Tin?
Pressed Metal or Pressed Tin as it was commonly known in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s are decorative metal panels traditionally used for ceilings, walls and outside cladding of houses, gables and awnings. It is now mostly manufactured in aluminium but available in special orders of galvanised steel, copper and brass from Australian Pressed Metal. With the metal panels now pressed in aluminum they are more versatile and their use is more varied.
Whether you are renovating, restoring or building a new home, pressed metal is the perfect product to create a unique impression. Increasingly popular for splashbacks in kitchens and outdoor BBQ’s as well as feature walls and ceilings, doors, gates and inserts, Australian Pressed Metal is pressed in quality food grade aluminium with a huge choice of traditional and contemporary designs.
The Australian Pressed Metal Group is the largest supplier & manufacturer of authentic quality Australian made & owned pressed metal products with specialist suppliers at www.australianpressedmetal.com.au www.sydneypressedmetal.com.au www.melbournepressedmetal.com.au www.adelaidepressedmetal.com.au www.perthpressedmetal.com.au www.stamppressedmetal.com.nz www.tasmaniapressedmetal.com.au. Pressed Metal is easy to clean and can be left raw or painted to match any décor. Beware of cheap imitations.
How are the panels made?
Stamp Pressed Metal Panels are manufactured from quality grade aluminium from original dies and designs to original imperial measurements, feet and inches, (2’ x 6’) or approx. 600mm x 1800mm (60cm x 1.8m).
What are the sizes of the panels?
Selected designs are available in 900mm x 1800mm (Fleur, Maze, Snowflake, Acorns NSW, Brick, Mini Brick, Mini Lindfield, Buckingham Wallpaper, Stockholm, Paddington, Carlton, Geometric Fishscale small/medium and Dragonscale. Wall panels Banksia, Posy and Art Nouveau).
St Catherine, St Patrick, St Dennis, Grand Deco, Large Lindfield and Wuntel are only available 600mm x 600mm in aluminium.
Do I need to paint the panels?
Our pressed tin panels are manufactured from premium quality aluminium, which has a similar appearance of brushed stainless steel. It does not need to be painted if you like a metallic look.
If you want to paint the panels, they can easily be primed using etch primer for alloy, which is readily available from DIY stores.
Worried about installing your panels?
We are more than happy to give confident DIY’ers or your installer a helping hand. So if you need some advice – just give us a shout. We provide full instructions with the panels. We will answer any questions you may have about the process, tools or how to create different finishes.
What's the best method to clean my pressed metal panels?
Our pressed tin panels (as they are often called) are not made of tin, but of premium-quality aluminium. They are very lightweight, but durable. Cared for in the right way they can last for many years (ceilings for up to 100 years).
Cleaning instructions
Panels can be damaged by abrasive cleaners or scourers. To clean, wipe with a microfibre cloth, spray and wipe, or polish with a soft polishing cloth. Silicon-free furniture polish can also be used to create shine on the raw aluminium finish.
It’s suitable for wet areas such as bathroom walls, as long as the correct systems are followed.
How and where do you deliver the panels?
We send anywhere within Australia.
Delivery costs will depend on the size and number of panels that you order and your location.
So let us know where you live when you contact us and we will help you get what you want in a safe, sound and timely manner.
What's involved with the ordering process?
Once you have chosen your design, let us know the quantity you need and we will get back to you with a quote.
We require full payment before the order is delivered or installed.