Frequently Asked Questions

How old is EXYD?
EXYD was founded 2006.

Who owns EXYD?
EXYD is a family-owned business.

Where does EXYD produce its products?
EXYD's production is based exclusively in Germany.

Does the name "EXYD" have a meaning?
We created the name "EXYD" in 2005. At the time, we were looking for a short name without any pre-existing meaning.

How do you pronounce "EXYD"?
Of course it is up to you. Most people pronounce "EXYD" similarly to "excite" or "excitement".

What is the core competence of EXYD?
Surface production! Plus, the hardcore programming of CNC machines! Additionally, EXYD offers laser cutting and folding services.

Does EXYD install its products on building sites?
No, EXYD does not operate on building sites. However, EXYD does produce ready-to-install goods. The installation is typically carried out by local outfitters, metal companies, or cabinetmakers.

Does EXYD offer a price list?
No. Costs are calculated based on the specific project data.

Does EXYD provide price quotes over the phone?
No. EXYD only provides budget estimates and binding offers via email.

Does EXYD have sales representatives in different countries?
No. All goods are distributed directly from Germany, with one exception: Japan.

EXYD works with stainless steel – where does the material come from?
In almost all cases, EXYD sources recyclable stainless steel from European mills, primarily from Outokumpu and Aperam. We process stainless steel with the lowest carbon footprint in the industry.

Is it true that EXYD also manufactures colored products?
Yes – but EXYD does not do the coloring itself. This process is carried out by two German partner companies.

How does EXYD ship its goods?
EXYD packs its goods in closed boxes, conforming to IPPC standards. These boxes are suitable for truck transport, sea freight, and air cargo.

How old is the EXYD‑M product line?
EXYD developed the EXYD‑M product line in 2009.

Why is EXYD‑M used?
EXYD‑M helps make spaces seem more expansive, friendly, and bright. Its appeal may also be connected to the symbolic significance of water. Notably, due to the fragmented mirror images, people often do not feel observed.

Where is EXYD‑M primarily used?
EXYD‑M is predominantly used for ceiling cladding, but frequently also for wall decoration. Occasionally, EXYD‑M is also used for furniture cladding.

Does EXYD‑M always look appealing?
No. The appearance of EXYD‑M depends on the objects it reflects. EXYD‑M needs "something" to reflect. Without anything to reflect, such as over a black floor devoid of lines or secondary colors, EXYD‑M might appear as a "boring black hole". However, EXYD‑M becomes "alive" when it reflects elements like gaps between floor tiles, carpet ornaments, window frames, wallpaper patterns...

Is it advisable to color EXYD‑M?
Sometimes. EXYD‑M is available uncolored and colored in champagne, gold, rose-gold, bronze. Champagne gives the stainless steel a certain warmth. However, EXYD‑M, being a mirror, mainly takes on the color of the reflected objects.

Is EXYD‑M available in standard dimensions?
No, there are no standard dimensions.

Is EXYD‑M kept in stock?
No, there is no EXYD‑M in stock. All products are made to order.

Is EXYD‑M sustainable?
EXYD‑M is made of stainless steel. Stainless steel is fully recyclable without loss of quality. And, on average, almost half of the world's stainless steel comes from recycled materials: in 2019 the worldwide scrap ratio was 48 percent. In Europe at Outokumpu and Aperam the scrap ratio is even higher: more than 80(!) percent comes from recycled materials. In almost all cases, we process stainless steel from European mills, primarily from Outokumpu and Aperam.

Who invented the metal surface "rippled water"?
As far as we know, the Italian company Marzorati Ronchetti invented the metal surface “rippled water” and produced it by hand(!). We were the first in the world to produce this surface using computer-controlled machines.

Was there anything similar before EXYD started “rippled water”?
After developing EXYD‑M in 2009, we discovered that the Italian company Marzorati Ronchetti had previously made something similar by hand(!). Unfortunately, this company is no longer in business after more than ninety years – we would have loved to cooperate with these master craftsmen. Interestingly, unbeknownst to us at the time, we both worked on the upper floors of Frankfurt's Twin Towers in 2009-2011: they made the wall panels, we made the ceiling panels. Later, in 2010-2012, we both worked on the business lounge at the International Airport in Doha: they made the breath-taking front desk and we made the cladding for the spiral staircase and the ceiling.