MATERIALS & FINISHES / A STARTING POINT
First, the grain.
Then, the feeling.
A material changes how a piece looks, feels and belongs in a room. Explore a visual direction, then put the specification in writing.
AI material study u2014 illustrative, not an approved finish sample.
01 / TONAL DIRECTIONS
Find your
natural direction.
Select a tone to explore a mood. Screen colors are illustrative; final materials and finishes need product-specific confirmation.
04 TONAL DIRECTIONS
Less noise.
More character.
Choose a starting point for the conversation.
02 / PUTTING A DIRECTION INTO WORDS
The details
worth defining.
01 / STRUCTURE
What is it
made from?
Ask which materials are used for the frame, top, body and internal parts. A material name alone does not describe the whole construction.
02 / SURFACE
How should
it look?
Share your color reference, grain preference and desired sheen. Keep a named reference for the finish you are discussing.
03 / CONTEXT
Where will
it belong?
Describe the setting, intended use and care expectations. Confirm the specified productu2019s suitability before making a selection.
03 / QUESTIONS BEFORE A DECISION
Make the
reference clear.
Can I choose a finish from a screen image?
Use screen images to communicate a direction. Ask for the specified material, finish reference and a physical sample where available before final approval.
Are all materials available for every product?
Materials and finishes are product-specific. Share the selected product and the change you have in mind so that the request can be reviewed.
What should a material enquiry include?
Include the product reference, intended use, material or color direction, estimated quantities and any important care or market requirements.
FOR BRANDS, WHOLESALERS & RETAILERS
Letu2019s make room
for your next idea.
Share your product direction, market and requirements with the TOPMERIT team.