Buy stainless steel 304 sheet metal from Metal Sheets Ltd — a versatile, corrosion-resistant stainless grade widely specified for kitchens, commercial fit-outs, architectural detailing, and general fabrication. Compared with grade 430, 304 offers improved corrosion resistance and is generally better suited for exterior and demanding environments.

If you’re specifying for indoor decorative use where corrosion resistance is less critical, grade 430 may be suitable.

We supply 304 stainless steel sheet in a range of finishes to suit both practical fabrication and premium decorative use:

• Brushed stainless steel (DP1) — a clean, non-reflective linear grain that wears well in everyday use. A popular choice for kitchens, furniture detailing, counters, and commercial interiors.
• Mirror polished stainless steel — a highly reflective finish for feature panels, stage and lighting reflectors, safety mirrors, signage, and modern interior detailing.
• 5WL embossed stainless steel — a tactile raised pattern with reduced contact area, helping minimise marking and friction. Commonly used for box slides, packing stations, protective linings, and durable interior panels.

All stainless steel is processed and finished in the UK, with straight-edge trimming available on stocked sheets. Most decorative finishes are supplied with a protective peelable film on the face to help reduce marking during handling and installation.

Samples are available free for architects, designers, and educators — please email sales@metalsheets.co.uk to request one.

Trade Supply & Fabrication Support

If you’re specifying stainless steel for a project, we offer trade supply of full and part sheets, along with manufacturing support for shaped components and fabricated parts from drawings.

Supporting Services for Stainless Steel Projects

For shaped parts, profiles, or fabricated stainless components, we can quote from your DXF/PDF and advise on the best production route for your application.

• Straight-edge trimming on stocked stainless sheets
• Laser profiling from DXF/PDF files (quoted to project)
• Fabrication & welding from drawings or sketches

For the full range of stainless grades and finishes we supply, see: Stainless Steel Sheet.