From Foundry to Finish - Bringing Cast and Fabricated Metal to Life

We collaborate with foundries, fabricators, designers and artists to chase, refine, and patinate bronze, brass, steel, and copper. Every stage is handled with care, precision, and experience

Our Role in the Process After Foundry or Fabrication

Once a piece has been cast or fabricated, we step in to chase, refine, and prepare the surface so it’s ready for us to apply its final finish.

Whether you’re working with a traditional art casting foundry or a modern fabrication studio, we ensure your sculpture, installation or furniture is finished to the highest standard and ready for presentation.  

Although we’re not a foundry, and we don’t fabricate, if needed, we can recommend trusted foundries or fabricators we regularly work with.

Abstract detail of hot metal and flames during casting process
Molton metal being poured during casting process

Metal Casting Support

Most of the work we see is cast in bronze, brass, or aluminium using the lost-wax method, or occasionally sandcast in smaller sections. 

Sandcasting is one of the oldest known techniques, dating back thousands of years. Molten metal is poured into a pattern pressed into compacted sand, creating a form ready for finishing. 

Once cast, the piece comes to us either ready for patination or requiring chasing, joining, and refined first. Every stage of casting and finishing contributes to the final outcome, which is why experience and craftsmanship matter at every step.

Process shot of Ivan Black sculpture during finishing
Process shot of Ivan Black sculpture being patinated

Metal Fabrication Finishing

We also work with fabricators, designers and architectural studios to create bespoke brass, bronze, copper, aluminium, and steel surfaces.

From blackened steel panels to aged brass stair rails, we can develop finishes that balance durability with beauty.

Our Typical Workflow

  • Casting or Fabrication

    The piece is cast at a foundry or constructed by a fabricator in bronze, brass, copper, steel, aluminium, or mixed metals.

  • Chasing & Surface Prep

    We refine welds, remove sprues, and clean up seams - leaving invisible joins and smooth, consistent surfaces ready for finishing.

  • Patina

    Patinas are applied by hand - using flame, brush, spray, or layered treatments - chosen to suit the material, desired effect, and context.

  • Finish

    The surface is sealed with wax or lacquer to protect and preserve the final appearance, ensuring the finish performs well in its environment.

Abstract forest green, teal and yellow marble effect patina on a metal surface
Close-up of a textured metal surface with patches of blue and reddish-brown patina.

Need Finishing After Casting or Fabrication?

Whether a single piece or a full production run, we’d be glad to help and discuss how we can support you.

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