APPEARANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL / FIELD NOTE 24

Directional Finishes on Honeycomb Panels

A brushed, textured or metallic face may change appearance when a panel is rotated. Nesting software can improve yield by rotating blanks, which may conflict with the architectural layout.

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Review checkpoints: Elevation direction → Cutting layout → Panel label
Review checkpoints: Elevation direction → Cutting layout → Panel label.

What to check on your project

Show finish orientation arrows on elevation and panel drawings. Carry the same direction to labels and packing lists. Require approval for rotation exceptions before cutting, especially on closely spaced panels viewed from a single approach.

Related field note

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