Stainless Steel FAQ

  • What does it look like?
    Stainless steel comes in a gray color and can be finished with a mirror, brushed or textured effect. Custom grinding patterns, quilting and hammering can be done. Stainless steel does not stain or rust. It contains chromium at 10% or more by weight. The chromium is what gives stainless it's unique look and corrosion-resistant properties.
  • What dimensions are possible with stainless steel
    Thickness: We use 14 & 16 gauge stainless. The sheets are bonded to solid, waterproof MDF. Edges can be built up to any desired thickness, although 1-1/2" is standard. We are able to seamlessly weld together sheets of stainless to accommodate various lengths and shapes in your design. Please contact us with specific engineering questions. We are able to fabricate seamless cabinets, shelving, wall and door panels and furniture with stainless steel.
  • Can I cut on a stainless steel surface?
    If you wish to minimize scratches and preserve your knife blades we recommend using a cutting board.
  • Can I put hot items on a stainless steel surface?
    Always use a hot plate or trivet when transferring items from the oven or stove. Although stainless is heat resistant we recommend trivets.
  • Can a sink be built into the design?
    Yes! We can fabricate any size (square or rectangle) custom sink and weld it in seamlessly as an integral sink. You may also provide a manufactured sink for us to weld into the top. We require that the provided sink be at least a 16-gauge metal to ensure a seamless look. Alternatively we can under-mount, or cut-in any sink that you provide. Holes for faucets and accessories such as soap dispensers can be possible.
  • What is the Warranty?
    Our stainless products come with a full one year warranty. Brooks Custom will repair, at our option, any faulty product deemed to have been caused by manufacturing defects. Items not installed by Brooks Custom must be returned to our showroom. Incidental work or adjacent materials are not included in warranty coverage. Warranty is nontransferable and applies to the original purchaser. All shipped products must be removed from their crates within 24 hours. Any damage from shipping must be reported to Brooks Custom during that time frame. All sales are final on products left in our showroom over 90 days.
  • How long does it take to get my stainless product?
    Typically it takes 4-12 weeks (seasonally adjusted) to fabricate your stainless product from the time we receive approved shop drawings.