Stainless Steel House Numbers

Stainless steel house numbers are a relatively new trend, usually used in signage of modern design. Stainless steel is far more rust, corrosion and stain resistant than most metals. It is very durable and has potential to last a long time. Numbers made from stainless steel are suitable for both professional and home uses.

Colors & Finishes

While stainless steel numbers are most often finished in a highly polished reflective or mirror style, there are many options available for different grades of brush finish. Rough, abrasive finishes and even entirely unpolished raw mill-finishes can suit some environments. Stainless steel house numbers can also be heat-treated or chemically polished to provide color. Compared to wood such as in wooden house signs, stainless steel is much colder feeling.

When To Use Steel House Numbers

Stainless steel house numbers have a wide range of potential uses. They can be set against any sort of wood, stone, concrete or metal background. Mounting on dark colors and finishes is particularly effective. Mounting on letterboxes, as part of a separate sign, or as part of a fence or wall are just a few potential uses.

Competing Products

The use of steel conveys a modern feel. These are achieved in other ways for example using personalized neon signs or brass name plates. For something that is modern but more in line with the natural world, slate such as in a slate house sign is a good substitute.

Styles & Designs

The design of stainless steel house numbers often follows the same principles as that of modern house numbers. Styles can be incredibly precise; utilizing straight lines, constant thicknesses and sharp corners; or made up of curved lines, varying thicknesses and contours.

Where To Buy

Stainless steel house numbers are widely available at hardware and homeware stores in a variety of sizes, colors, shapes and designs. Custom numbers can be ordered locally online from specialist metalworkers. Most signage companies will be able to provide a local retailer. If you are after an entirely original design, consider commissioning an artist who works with stainless steel.