Vantage Colour Range
The Vantage Colour Range of High-Grade Architectural Powders is a super durable range of polyester powder finishes designed to protect the substrate and to retain a decorative, durable, long-life colourful finish.
The Vantage Colour Range of powders is designed for areas where attention to aesthetics and quality is important. Available in a unique selection of superior quality shades, metallic, non-metallic and low sheen, across several collections to compliment current architectural design trends.
Suitable for Architectural Metalwork
- Aluminium
- Mild Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Galvanised and Zinc Sprayed Substrates
- Qualizinc Arc Metal Spray
Collections
- Brass
- Bronze
- Gold
- Grey
- Pink
- Gingerbread
- Bespoke finishes on request
Properties and Finish Characteristics
- High grade architectural powders rather than standard industrial powders
- Superior resistance to wear and tear
- Compatible with a variety of anti-corrosion treatments
- Meets Qualicoat and Qualisteelcoat International Standards
- Used in conjunction with Bradleys Bondakote Primer system creates excellent adhesion and greater longevity
- Environments – Interior and Exterior: C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5
- Gloss category / Gloss range / Acceptable variation 1 (matt) 0 – 30 +/- 5 units 2 (satin) 31 – 70 +/- 7 units 3 (gloss) 71 – 100 +/- 10 units
- Warranty – Up to 40 years dependent upon environment
Durability and Weather Resistance Performance
- Accelerated Weathering – Class 2 ISO 16474-2 (1000 hrs) ≥90% Gloss retention
- Acetic Salt Spray Resistance – ISO 9227 <16 mm2 corrosion/10cm, 1000 hours (aluminium)
- Adhesion – Achieved the ultimate Class 0 in accordance with ISO 2409
- Chemical Resistance – Resistant to solvents (Xylene rub test)
- Florida Exposure – Gloss retention compliant with Qualicoat Class 2 requirements
- Flexibility – SO 1519 (cylindrical Mandrel) Pass Qualicoat class 2 requirements
- Excellent colour stability at elevated temperatures
- Permeability Resistance – No sign of detachment or blistering as per Qualicoat specification
- Mortar Resistance – As per Standard EN 12206, no effect after 24 hours
- Impact Resistance – No sign of detachment following the tape pull adhesion test
Fire Rating
- A number of Vantage finishes are available in Fire Rated versions (Rated to A2-s1,d0) on prior request
Repair & Maintenance
- Expected Life to First Maintenance of 50 years
- Simple and easy to clean with pH neutral water and soft cloth or sponge
- Damage repair systems available for onsite application
Environment
- Vantage Colour Range offers several environmental benefits within the parameters of ISO 14001 Environmental Management System:
- Low VOC Emissions: Vantage Colour finishes emit minimal volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air
- Efficient Application: When applying Vantage Colour powder, about 90% of what’s sprayed adheres to the metal surface. The remaining powder can be collected, filtered and reused
- Elimination of Hazardous Substances: Vantage Collour finishes do not require hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
- Enhanced Durability: Vantage Colour-finished surfaces are highly durable, reducing the need for frequent repair and fewer resources required over time
- TGIC Free: Eliminating the risk of TGIC related adverse health effects
- Lightweight Materials: Vantage Colour adds no significant weight to the substrate contributing to energy-efficient designs
- Promotes Sustainability: Vantage Colour-finished products are more sustainable due to their durability, reducing the demand for new raw materials
