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Great Lakes Metals provides the finest quality aluminum alloy, stainless steel, and PVC trims and transitions for wall protection products, tile, and stone. From Stainless Steel corner guards to tile niches and shelves and trim pieces in between – the Great Lakes product offering is well-rounded for commercial and residential projects. Products include L Channel, Bendable L Channel, Round Edge, Mosaic/Porcelain Laminate Trim, Square Edge, Listello, Reducer, Carpet Tuck, Hybrid Stair Nose, Internal Cove, T Channel, Expansion Joint, the patented Great Lakes Tread Edge, LVT and Carpet Trims, Clever Corner, Niches, and Leveling System.
Metal trims for backsplashes and shower edges have grown in popularity thanks to their versatility and finish options. Gone are the days with only 1 or 2 finish options for transitions and end trims. Trims can now be accents for spaces and coordinate with cabinet hardware, plumbing, and lighting fixtures.
Great Lakes Metals includes trims for wall panels, tile, stone, LVT, carpet, and more.
Metal Trim FAQs
What Length are Great Lakes Trims?
All trim profiles and trims are sold in 8-foot lengths except Tread Edge, which is also available in 4-foot lengths. Corner Guards are available in 8-foot and 4-foot lengths.
What is the difference between a Mill and Anodized Finish?
Anodizing is an electro-chemical process used to promote the growth of aluminum oxide, which is then color dyed and sealed. This process gives the aluminum a decorative appealing finish, which also significantly reduces the corrosion of aluminum alloy. Non-anodized aluminum, also known as “Mill” finish, when exposed to room temperature (oxygen) will begin the natural corrosion process, which produces an aluminum oxide on the surface. Mill finish is more susceptible to scratches.
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