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The Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

PRESSED METAL or PRESSED TIN?

  • The product has long been referred to as either pressed metal or pressed tin, this is due to its “tin” colour look and the international product category reference of pressed tin ceiling tiles or panels.
    In Australia, the panels are largely pressed into aluminium sheet. There are various grades of aluminium available on the market starting from a mill grade and going up to a premium blended grade that is less porous than mill grade aluminium. Australian Pressed Metal (Sydney Pressed Metal) aluminium panels are a premium blended grade panel (not mill grade). Our designs can also be pressed into copper, brass, perforated steel and galvanised steel.

PANEL SIZES

  • Panels are manufactured to original imperial measurements, feet and inches, 2ft x 6ft or approx. 600mm x 1800mm. Selected designs are also available in 3ft x 6ft or approx 900mm x 1800mm
  • St Catherine, St Patrick and St Dennis are only available 600mm x 600mm in aluminium or zincalume, POA.

ARE PANELS HEAT AND RUST RESISTANT?

  • Yes, although raw copper or raw brass will discolour if not treated with a protective clear coat. 
  • Our pressed metal is manufactured from quality aluminium
  • Pressed metal is heat resistant and therefore suitable for use behind stove tops and combustion heaters and BBQ’s.

SHOULD I PAINT OR POWDER COAT THE PANELS?

  • Panels can either be painted with an enamel paint or powder coated. We will recommend best option based on usage and location.
    If you are installing yourself, we sell the panels raw for you to paint after installation or powder coat after cutting the panels down to size.
  • Power coating - We recommend you cut your panels down to size first then visit your local powder coater as the powder coat can crack and chip when panels and penetrations are cut. 
  • Painted finish -  A seamless result can be achieved with a painted finish after installation by ‘no more gapping’ the overlapped panels and painting with a water based enamel paint (such as Dulux Aqua Enamel) using a high nap roller, brush or spray gun.
    Cut your panels down to size, etch prime the panels to allow paint to stick (this can be done before or after installation), run some no more gaps over any over lapped panels, allow the no more gaps to dry roll, brush or spray the paint over the top. You can select a paint in any finish of your choice (matt, satin or gloss).

HOW DO I CLEAN THE PANELS?

  • Pressed metal is easily cleaned. When installed raw, wipe over with Mr Sheen or similar SILICON FREE polish with a soft cloth or Enjo style cloth. After cooking wipe clean with a damp cloth or warm soapy water. For a painted finish wipe over with a soft damp cloth or warm soapy water, do not use scourers.

INSTALLATION

  • We offer a full installation service for a professional finish and are happy to provide a free measure and quote. Email details to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Pressed metal is suitable for internal and external use.
  • It is easy to install for a confident DIY. We recommend using stud adhesive or liquid nails when applying direct to existing plasterboard walls and ceilings. Soft sheet nails or pop rivets can also be used when fixing to timber or steel batons. Waterproof silicone is used to seal the edges for splash backs and the pressed metal can be installed over existing tiles as long as the surface is even and in good repair and free of grease and oils.
  • Cut the panels using a tin snip (Nibbler type) or angle grinder with a 1mm cutting blade. Install the panels with the overlap facing away from the main line of sight. Pre fit the panels before applying adhesive.
  • When cutting penetrations (eg. Downlights, air conditioning vents) hole saws and grinders with a 1mm blade may be used.
  • We do not recommend using in shower alcoves but it is suitable for bathroom and toilet walls as long as the correct systems are followed.
  • Pressed metal is extremely versatile. It has great durability and if cared for properly will last for many years, ceilings in particular will last over 100 years. It can be used for a variety of features eg. Kitchen and bathroom splash backs, ceilings, feature walls, door inserts, bathroom wall paneling, bed heads, paneling rooms and hallway wall paneling, gables, outdoor BBQ areas and features or just about anything you can think of, inside or outside.
  • We can organise delivery Australia wide and internationally.
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