| abstract |
A multi-layer coating (102, 202, 302, 402) having a polished effect for the surface of an substrate (12), the multi-layer coating including a cured polymeric layer (14) overlying the surface of the substrate (12); an atomized metal layer (16) on the polymeric layer (14), the metal layer (16) including (a) aluminum or an aluminum alloy and (b) at least one alloying element, wherein the at least one alloying element comprises one or more of chromium, nickel, titanium, zinc, manganese, iron, cobalt, zirconium, carbon, silicon, molybdenum, vanadium and stainless steel; and a transparent top coat layer (18) overlying the atomized metal layer (16), and a process for applying the multi-layer coating. |