Liquid Chrome Hero

Procedural simulation of molten chrome alloys with velocity-based distortion. Interactive liquid metal surface with specular highlights.

Main Features of Liquid Chrome Hero

How to Use Liquid Chrome Hero in Next.js

Installation Guide for Liquid Chrome Hero

Props

Customize the component with these props

PropertyTypeDefaultDescription
baseColor
[number, number, number][0.5, 0.5, 0.5]RGB array for base chrome color (neutral silver).
speed
number1.0Animation speed.
amplitude
number0.6Distortion amplitude.
interactive
booleantrueEnable mouse interaction.

When to Use

Perfect for luxury tech brands, modern agency portfolios, and product reveals that want a tactile, high-end look. Use this React component to simulate molten chrome or liquid mercury surfaces that 'melt' and distort as the user interacts with them.

Best Practices

Maintain consistent spacing within your design system by ensuring high-contrast foreground elements. Follow React best practices by using a neutral `baseColor` to keep the chrome look authentic. Optimize for performance in large-scale applications by keeping the `amplitude` subtle for a more realistic metal feel.

Why This Component Matters in Modern UI Development

Specular highlights and liquid metal simulations are trending in high-performance modern UI development. This production-ready component helps you build an interface that feels heavy, expensive, and technically advanced.

Frequently Asked Questions

QCan I use colors other than silver?

Absolutely! By changing the `baseColor`, you can create liquid gold, molten copper, or even neon fluid metal effects.

QHow does the distortion work?

The component uses a procedural displacement map that is affected by both time (speed) and mouse velocity (interactivity).

QIs it mobile responsive?

Yes, the WebGL canvas scales to fill its container, ensuring a consistent liquid metal experience on all devices.

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