Build a Shiny Vault That Shows Off Metallic Reflections

The mineral blocks get the most dramatic results from this pack. Under shaders, they show metallic reflections and catch ambient sunlight. A small vault or display room is a good way to put that on show.

Gather the materials

Craft storage blocks the normal vanilla way, from nine of the matching item: Iron, Gold, Diamond, Emerald, Lapis and Netherite blocks. For contrast and structure, add colored concrete and wooden planks, which also have PBR maps in this pack.

Design for light

1. Let light in. Reflections need a light source. Leave a skylight or large windows so sunlight reaches the metal blocks.

2. Use plain backgrounds. Concrete walls in a single color make the shine of gold or diamond stand out instead of competing with it.

3. Vary the angles. Use the blocks in floors, pillars and wall panels so reflections appear from different viewpoints as you walk through.

4. Mix wood for warmth. Plank floors or trim add visible grain depth next to the smooth metals.

5. Check at several times of day. Revisit at noon, sunset and night to see how the surfaces respond to changing light.

If the metals look dull, check that your shader is active and its material or PBR settings are enabled. Without a shader, you get only the sharper textures, not the reflections.