A Drywall Z Reveal is an aluminum architectural trim used to create a recessed “shadow line” at the junction of drywall and other elements like door frames, ceilings, or floor bases. It provides a clean, minimalist aesthetic often referred to as a “floating wall” look.

The Brand X Metals Breakaway Flange features a micro-groove that allows for quick removal of the nailing flange without power tools. Installers can simply “snip” the edge and “snap” the flange off by hand, allowing for perfectly flush intersections and cleaner corner transitions on-site.

Yes. While our standard finish is Clear Anodized, we offer a “Chem Film” finish specifically designed for field painting. This ensures maximum paint adhesion so the trim can perfectly match your wall color.

Absolutely. While we carry standard extruded profiles, we also manufacture brake press formed Z-molds. This allows us to produce custom depths, widths, and configurations that go beyond standard industry dimensions.

Yes. Brand X Metals can factory-curve our Z Reveal trims to meet your project’s specific radius. Please fill out our Radius Order Form to provide the exact measurements for your curved drywall application.

For projects requiring airflow or moisture management, all channel reveals from 1/2″ to 4″ can be vented upon request. This is ideal for soffits or specialized interior partitions.

Brand X Metals’ Drywall Z Reveals are direct architectural equivalents to Fry Reglet profiles. Specifically, our DZ Series is comparable to the Fry Reglet DRMZ and DRMB series in terms of fit, form, and function.

While they serve the same aesthetic purpose—creating a crisp shadow line—Brand X Metals offers a significant Design Advantage with our exclusive Breakaway Flanges. This allows for faster field modifications without the need for power saws, which is a feature not typically found on standard Fry Reglet extrusions. We also utilize the same high-quality 6063 T5 aluminum alloy, ensuring that our trims meet the same structural and finish standards required for commercial and high-end residential specifications.

Yes. Beyond our standard Clear Anodized finish, Brand X Metals offers a wide range of custom finishing options to match any design palette:

• Anodizing: Available in Architectural 200R1 Medium Etch (AAM32C10A21), as well as custom bronze, black, and gold tones.

• Powder Coating: We can provide high-durability powder coating in virtually any RAL color or custom-matched shade to ensure your trim blends perfectly with your interior finishes.

• Chem Film: Also available for projects requiring on-site field painting.

Yes. For the cleanest possible finish, we recommend Brand X Metals Factory Fabricated Corners and Intersections. While our Breakaway Flanges make field-modifications easy, our factory-welded Inside Corners, Outside Corners, Ts, and Crosses ensure a seamless, watertight, and perfectly square fit for complex ceiling and wall layouts. Using prefabricated intersections significantly reduces labor costs and ensures the highest level of architectural precision.

Pro Tip: When installing Z-reveals at the base of a wall, leave a 1/8″ gap between the bottom of the trim and the floor. This prevents “wicking” of moisture and allows for a cleaner transition if you are installing luxury vinyl tile (LVT) or hardwood flooring later.