I tried giving this board a vintage finish using Birchwood Casey Aluminum Black (bluing solution).

I originally had a vintage Orca look in mind, but as I worked on it, it started leaning more toward a baiolenja aesthetic instead!

*keyboard : transition lite alu top

Process:

1. Strip the anodizing or coating.
2. Apply the bluing solution.
3. Create distressed marks by dabbing with sandpaper.
4. Apply another layer of the bluing solution over the surface.
5. Finish with a matte clear coat.