Polishing finish, also called brushed, directional or satin finish. It was characterized by short, parallel polishing lines that are uniform and direction in appearance, which extend uniformly along the length of the coil or sheet. This is a ground unidirectional finish obtained with 150/180/240/320 grit abrasive. Higher grit numbers produce finer polishing lines. The general purpose of this finish is widely used for restaurant and kitchen equipment, storefronts, food processing and dairy equipment.

Polishing finish includes mirror, hairline, sandblasting, vibration.