technical standard for metal finishes
Some hardware manufacturers specify finishes by the standard’s codes.
Sample Codes
| Code | Description | Base | Category | Nearest US Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 605 | Bright Brass, clear coated | Bronze | A | US3 |
| 612 | Satin bronze, clear coated | Brass | A | US10 |
| 618 | Bright nickel plated, clear coated | Brass, Bronze | A | US14 |
| 625 | Bright chromium plated over nickel | Brass, Bronze | A | US26 |
| 620 | Satin nickel plated, blackened, satin relieved, clear coated | Brass, Bronze | C | US15A |