About this asset

This procedural painted metal Substance material for Substance 3D provides a highly customisable weathered finish for PBR workflows. This collection of procedural materials offers a realistic representation of distressed, painted metal surfaces. The shader features a base layer of metallic substrate topped with a chipped, worn paint finish, characterised by deep scratches, oxidation, and varied levels of surface degradation. The parametric nature of the graph allows for fine-tuning of the paint colour, the density of the scratches, and the intensity of the underlying metal exposure. It creates a convincing industrial aesthetic that avoids repetitive patterns, making it suitable for large-scale surfaces where visual variety is essential for realism.

The download is a 410 KB file containing a Substance (.sbsar) material that opens in Substance 3D Player, Sampler and Painter and in renderers with Substance support.

Designed for use within the Substance 3D ecosystem, this sbsar file functions as a fully parametric graph. Users can load the asset directly into their material library to adjust parameters such as wear intensity, colour hue, and surface roughness in real-time. This dynamic approach allows for quick iterations without needing to re-export maps, ensuring the material remains sharp and consistent across various mesh UV layouts while maintaining optimal file sizes for complex architectural scenes.

These materials are ideal for industrial design visualisation, interior fit-outs requiring a rugged aesthetic, or exterior architectural elements like metal cladding and hardware. They pair effectively with concrete or raw timber textures in contemporary loft-style projects. Professionals working on warehouse conversions, retail spaces with an industrial edge, or detailed furniture components will find these shaders valuable for achieving authentic weathering effects. Use these in your render engine to simulate aged metal surfaces on structural beams, storage lockers, or heavy-duty machinery models.