Is the metal a shiny or matte finish?
2017683
There's a hint of shine to the finish. It's not super vibrant... I consider it pretty matte, but in the light, you'll see it shine a bit.
2017684
I have the white and it's not exactly either. It's not metallic if that is what you mean nor it a flat white. It just looks like a white painted/powder coated metal rack. I will say the finish is good and I do not believe that it will chip and mine have not chipped despite the fact that I hung it where it is sometimes hit by a door if my kids aren't careful. I have three of these racks and I love them.
2263143
Hansgrohe uses the term 'Steel Optik' which is confusing. I would say it is a stainless steel finish with a fine brush finish. Definitely not chrome or shiny. It matches well with my stainless sink and appliances. It doesn't look cheap like a lot of the low-end stainless steel appliances.
405047
It's actually a matte nickel. Normally silver has a bit of a shine but this does not. Nonetheless, both colors flow really well.
2241839
It is reflective and shiny. I don't have lights directly on it and I can see through to the desk, but I would get a matte version if you care about reflections.
2279442
I would describe it as a light grey with flecks of darker grey in it and it has a matte finish, not shiney. It's definitely not white and it doesn't look metallic.
2086432
It's smooth, but more a flat look than a super shiny. It doesn't look glossy, if that's what you are wondering. More of a smooth matte finish
1464762
It is not shiny at all. I would compare the shine to a brushed stainless steel.
434130
The finish is satin. Not shiny. Just like regular anodized aluminum. Easy to keep clean.
1017245
It has a matte finish (not shiny). It's not overly grippy like my last one, but I actually prefer that because you can get it in and out of your pocket easier and it's not covered in dust. It's a nice case.
1200381
As you can see from the other answers it's not shiny but more like black matte, it's prepared for paint but I use mine as it is, perfect.
1622235
Yes, shiny. Not matte. It you want matte (smooth dull finish) look at: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00903HAL0/ref=aw_2nd_sims_1?pi=SS115
65799
It's polished. Not chrome like a bumper, but not dull or matte finished either
2280242
The Elago case that I purchased is shiny; not matte. It is smooth to the touch.
2132944
The finish is shiny chrome. It looks good in my bathroom with chrome fixtures, but also looks o.k. in my other bathroom with brushed nickel. I like mine. I stock it with paper guest towels when I have a lot of company coming and everyone gets a clean towel. Hope this helps!
350378
It is a shiny chrome metal, not textured or brushed. The smoothe surface really bounces even more light around the room.
401134
Brushed Finish is not shiny, it's dull satin finish. Polished Stainless Steel would be shiny.Kind Regards!
1494155
It is not a matte finish but it is not sparkly bright. However, I am somewhat disappointed in the finish. I have some old stainless (50 yrs old) and there is much difference the Oneida stainless and the Reed and Barton, which I discovered after I purchased it that it is made in China. I find most things made in China do not hold up well. Hope this provides what you needed to know. Shelia M.