Stainless Steel Surfaces: A Guide to Alloys, Finishes, Fabrication and Maintenance

Guide: Stainless Steel Surfaces is a full-color reference on choosing and applying stainless steel in architecture and art. It covers alloys, finishes, fabrication, corrosion, maintenance and project case studies, making it most relevant to design and building professionals rather than general readers.

At a glance

Explains alloy selection and available forms for architectural and art applications.
Covers surface and chemical finishes, fabrication techniques, corrosion resistance and maintenance.
Uses full-color images and case studies, including performance data, to illustrate design and execution approaches.
Discusses stainless steel across building exteriors, interiors and art, as well as environmental impacts.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Brings selection, finish, fabrication and maintenance topics together in one subject-specific reference.
Case studies and color imagery can help connect technical material with visual design choices.
Addresses corrosion prevention and response alongside expectations for different exposure conditions.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication details
Publisher	Wiley
Publication date	August 27, 2019
Edition	1st
Language	English
Print length	368 pages
ISBN-10	1119541549
ISBN-13	978-1119541547

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	1.65 pounds
Dimensions	7.3 x 0.8 x 9.1 inches

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Architects, designers and developers specifying stainless steel.
Metal fabricators and artists working with metals.
Architecture students and instructors seeking a focused reference on stainless steel in design.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a general introduction to architecture or a hands-on fabrication manual with step-by-step shop instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

What subjects does Stainless Steel Surfaces cover?

The listing describes coverage of alloy selection, forms, surface and chemical finishes, fabrication, corrosion resistance, maintenance and environmental impact.

Who is this book aimed at?

It is presented as a guide for architects and design professionals, and is also identified for fabricators, developers, students, instructors and artists working with metals.

Does it include visual examples and project studies?

Yes. The listing describes full-color images of finishes, colors, textures and forms, plus case studies with performance data.