Fine-textured versus matt: Which finish suits your aluminium door?
When choosing a aluminium door it's not just about the design, but certainly also about the finish. The choice between matt and fine-textured determines both the look of your door and its ease of maintenance.
A matt finish gives a calm look with little shine, while fine-textured is less prone to stains and fingerprints thanks to its subtle relief. So which finish you choose will determine how your door looks and how practical it is in everyday use.
What is a fine-structure finish?
A fine-textured finish has very small grains in the paint. This subtle structure makes small scratches and fingerprints much less noticeable than with a fully matt finish. This makes a fine-textured finish particularly suitable for doors and walls that are touched frequently, such as in a hallway or office.
What is a matt finish?
A door or wall with a matt lacquer finish has a completely smooth and even surface. With a matt finish, the door or wall has a contemporary look. This creates a modern look that fits well in contemporary interiors.
In addition, the matt finish emphasises the shape and lines of the profile, without gloss or reflection distracting attention. However, a matt finish does require a little more attention during maintenance, as fingerprints and small scratches are more easily visible than with a fine-textured finish.
Comparison in appearance and style
A matt finish looks sleek and minimalist, as the surface is smooth and even. This gives the door or wall a calm, modern look. This style suits interiors that are clean and contemporary.
A fine-textured finish features a subtle grain, giving the surface a livelier appearance and more depth. The texture gives doors and walls a more robust character and fits in nicely with industrial or more classic interiors. Thanks to the light grain, the look remains timeless and elegant.
Maintenance and sustainability
A matt finish requires a little more attention than a fine-textured finish, as the smooth surface is often more susceptible to visible marks or streaks. Regular wiping with a damp cloth and a mild detergent will keep the door tidy, but very small scratches sometimes occur with the matt finish. Fortunately, a touch-up pen is available to touch up small damages. This pen is available in all RAL colours
A fine-textured finish often stays nice for longer, as the light grain is less likely to show small blemishes or light signs of use. This makes it a practical choice in rooms where doors are used a lot. Under normal conditions, both finishes last for years, but fine-textured often requires less maintenance.
Which finish suits your project?
Whether you choose between a matt or fine texture depends on how you use the door, what style you like and where the door will be placed. If you opt for a modern, clean look in a low-maintenance interior, a matt finish will suit you well.
Instead, do you want a practical solution for a door that is heavily used? In a busy household or for a passageway that opens and closes often, fine-textured offers more convenience because this finish stays nice longer with less maintenance. You need to wipe away greasy fingers less often.
Wondering which finish would best suit your home or workspace? Then visit one of our showrooms in Barendrecht, Nunspeet, Mijdrecht or Veghel. Otherwise, design your door directly in our configurator and experience the difference between a matte and a fine texture. Feel free to take contact us on for personal advice.
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