# Hand-Painted Keyboards Gold Boards & More By Bianca | Published 2008-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-painted-keyboards References: [gadgettastic](http://www.gadgettastic.com/2008/04/09/hand-painted-keyboards/) & [geekstuff4u](http://www.geekstuff4u.com/product_info.php?manufacturers_id=&products_id=738) If you can't afford to type on a real golden keyboard, perhaps this hand-painted one is an alternative. The bronzed board is one of several painted computer keyboards from [GeekStuff](http://www.geekstuff4u.com/product_info.php?manufacturers_id=&products_id=738). You could save the $214 and paint your own with nail polish or coat one in [metallic spray paint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lofree-flow-2-keyboard). I think I'll stick with funky computer bags and laptop skins instead. **Implications** - The customization industry is expanding rapidly as the drive towards individuality continues. The buyer's desire to own original, one-of-a-kind products that express their sense of self is continuously growing. As products like iPods and Blackberries have removed this sense of personal flavor that consumer's are longing for, the personalization market is therefore thriving to meet consumer needs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customization Industry:** Hand-painted keyboards reflect the growing demand for personalized and unique products. - **Drive Towards Individuality:** Consumers are increasingly seeking original and one-of-a-kind products to express their sense of self. - **Personalization Market:** The market for personalized products is thriving as consumers look for ways to add their personal flavor to commonly used items. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology Accessories:** Hand-painted keyboards present an opportunity for the technology accessories industry to offer unique and customized products. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can capitalize on the growing demand for hand-painted products by offering customizable options. - **Crafts and DIY:** The crafts and DIY industry can provide resources and tools for individuals who want to create their own hand-painted keyboards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Polychromatic Paint-Splattered Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mason60-schizatto.md) - [Chromatic Pro-Grade Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-prism-keyboard.md) - [Makeup-Inspired Colorfuldevices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lipstick-mechanical-keyboard.md) - [Stylish Crystalline Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-polyclear-keyboard.md) - [Interactive Display-Equipped Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finalmouse-centerpiece.md) - [Customizable Pre-Built Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glorious-gaming.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-expression-series-mechtropolis-keyboard.md) - [Incredibly Elegant Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-keyboard.md) - [Customizable Mechanical Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mechanical-keyboards.md)