Metalite® – Real Metal Luxury Finishes
The Metalite Range of real metal luxury finishes is specifically designed for cosmetically important architectural metalwork. These metal coatings provide a practical alternative when solid metal is not a viable option. The Metalite Range of luxury finishes is a timeless, crafted collection of outstanding and unrivalled real metal finishes applied to the substrate. They have been designed to be not only resilient, but also to give an opulent finish to any project.
Metalite is available in three main metals with different finishes within each metal:
- Bronze
- Brass
- Cast Effect Metals
Suitable for Architectural Metalwork
- Aluminium
- Mild Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Cast Metals
- MDF
Properties and Finish Characteristics
- Finishes include Bronze, Brass and Cast Effect Metals
- Hand crafted finish creating variances which add to its authenticity
- Can be aged, distressed or left to age gracefully
- It develops a rich patina which gives an authentic, aged appearance
- Provides instant historic value
- Should be used in conjunction with an appropriate primer and sealant
- Environments: C1, C2 and C3
- Gloss level – Matt (0 – 30 GU)
- Warranty – Up to 12 years dependent upon environment
Advantages over Special Metals such as Bronze and Brass
- Metalite provides a consistent finish whereas welds can patinate differently on solid metals
- More substrate and fabrication choice providing architects with greater flexibility of application
- Unlike special metals designs can use mild steel coated in Metalite to meet structural loading requirements
- Anti-fingerprint technology eliminates the need for wiping and polishing fingerprint marks
- A more cost-effective option than special metals
Durability and Weather Resistance Performance
- Exceptional durability, resisting delamination, cracking, scuffing, peeling or chipping
- Suitable for interior and exterior use where there are high demands on appearance
- Excellent weather resistance – Accelerate Weathering – Tested to ISO 16474-2
- Adhesion – Up to 10 Mpa as per ISO 4624
Environment
- The Metalite System offers a cost-effective and eco-conscious alternative to solid metal, cast foundry pieces and metallic coatings
- Its metallising process significantly reduces VOC emissions and resource consumption
- With a low-VOC binder system, it requires only one coat for coverage, unlike water-based options
- Composed primarily of real metal, it emits minimal vapours during application
- Its cold application process eliminates burn pollution associated with traditional foundries, conserving resources and reducing emissions
- By utilising recycled materials, it’s a sustainable choice, surpassing water-based paints in eco-friendliness
Repair & Maintenance
- Expected Life to First Maintenance of up to 20 years depending upon environment
- Simple and easy to clean with pH neutral water and soft cloth or sponge
- Damage repair systems available for onsite application