Most steel doors look good on a drawing.
But in the real world, the finish is what makes the door feel premium… or cheap.
This is where Artell is different.
We don’t treat finishes as an afterthought or a standard powder coat colour range. We specialise in high-end electroplated finishes that create depth, warmth, and character… finishes that most steel door suppliers simply cannot offer.
If you want steel-framed doors that feel architectural and elevated, the finish is everything.
Why finishes matter more than people think
Steel-framed doors are precision products. They sit at eye level, in the centre of interior spaces, and they are constantly seen in changing light throughout the day.
A standard flat black finish can work… but it often lacks warmth and can make an interior feel harsh or commercial.
A premium finish creates:
- depth and richness
- a more luxury interior feel
- a door that looks intentional, not generic
- a better match to stone, timber and architectural materials
In design-led interiors, finish choice is part of the architecture.
Electroplated finishes… not “paint colours”
Artell finishes are not basic coatings designed to hide the metal.
Our door systems can be supplied in electroplated finishes, which create a high-end surface with far more tone and variation than standard alternatives.
Electroplating allows us to achieve a level of character that is difficult to replicate through typical finishing methods. This is exactly why architects and interior designers choose Artell… because the final result looks and feels different.
Our signature finish range
Artell doors are available in a curated range of electroplated finishes:
These finishes are designed specifically for premium interior environments, bringing warmth and depth to modern and heritage-led schemes alike.
Experience that protects the final outcome
Finishes are one of the most sensitive parts of any architectural metalwork package. If they aren’t specified correctly, the project can be delayed, expectations can be misaligned, and the result can disappoint.
Artell has extensive experience working with high-end finishes, which means we support designers through:
- selecting the right finish for the palette
- ensuring consistency across multiple door sets
- providing sampling and sign-off support
- setting expectations on tone and variation
- helping the finish work with lighting and adjacent materials
We know what matters, because we’ve delivered it repeatedly.
Designed to sit within the wider interior palette
Our electroplated finishes are chosen because they work beautifully with modern material palettes, including:
- warm timbers
- stone and marble
- lime plaster textures
- brushed metals and architectural ironmongery
Rather than looking like a door has been added to a space, the finish helps the system feel integrated and deliberate.
Let’s get the finish right
If you’re working on a scheme and want steel-framed doors with finishes that feel truly premium, Artell can provide support with finish selection, sampling, and technical coordination to ensure the final product matches the design intent.
