Surfaceable

Surfaceable describes something that is capable of being or is suitable for being given a surface or having its exterior treated or covered. This often implies the addition of a material, coating, or other substance to improve aesthetics, durability, functionality, or to protect it from the elements. The object or substance must be of the correct size, shape, and composition to accept the surface treatment, such as being smooth, porous or even, to allow for optimal results. This action may change the initial state of something into a surfaceable version.

Surfaceable meaning with examples

• The rough concrete walls were eventually rendered surfaceable with plaster, creating a smooth canvas for painting.
• Before staining, the rough wooden planks needed to be sanded to make them surfaceable for a flawless finish.
• To protect the ship from seawater, they made the steel hull surfaceable with a thick coat of protective paint.
• The sculptor ensured his clay model was surfaceable, smoothing out all the imperfections for the eventual bronze casting.
• He realized that his artwork needed to be surfaceable with a clear varnish to give it a high gloss.