What it does
A counter pad is a soft faced mat laid on the counter, and a piece is put down on it rather than on glass. It is the one display item that exists for the transaction rather than for the window — it stops a ring skidding, it deadens the sound, and it frames the piece while a customer looks at it.
Metal on a counter pad, specifically
Metal is a base, not a pad surface. It supplies the weight that keeps the pad still and it must carry a faced top, or the first ring put down on it is scratched.
Getting the proportion right
Size is set by what is shown on it, not by the counter. A pad big enough for a tray reads as a mat; a pad sized to one piece reads as a stage, and the second is what most counters actually want.
How metal display is made
Metal display is formed and plated or powder-coated rather than covered. The finish is decided at the plating stage and cannot be adjusted afterwards, so the sample matters more here than on any wrapped material.
Where it is used
Every selling counter, and particularly high-value counters where a piece is taken out of the case and put down in front of a customer.
Metal under case lighting
A polished metal display throws hard reflections and will bounce a spot straight back at the customer. Brushed and matt finishes are the usual specification in a lit case; polish belongs in a window where the light is controlled.
The mistake to avoid
A pad with no weight slides when a customer pulls it toward them. A weighted or non-slip base is the difference between a pad that stays put and one that ends up on the floor.
Why metal
Metal display — brass, gold finish, black or silver — gives the thinnest possible support. A metal stand almost disappears, which is the point: the piece appears to float.
Wipe with a dry cloth. A brushed finish hides handling better than a polished one.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | Size is set by what is shown on it, not by the counter. |
| Metal colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Metal on this form | Metal is a base, not a pad surface. |
Frequently asked questions
Can counter pads be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the metal is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do counter pads come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Size is set by what is shown on it, not by the counter. A pad big enough for a tray reads as a mat; a pad sized to one piece reads as a stage, and the second is what most counters actually want.
Is metal a good choice for a counter pad?
Metal is a base, not a pad surface. It supplies the weight that keeps the pad still and it must carry a faced top, or the first ring put down on it is scratched.
What goes wrong most often with counter pads?
A pad with no weight slides when a customer pulls it toward them. A weighted or non-slip base is the difference between a pad that stays put and one that ends up on the floor.
Can counter pads be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same metal and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your counter pads
Tell us your case or window height, what the counter pads have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.