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MetalAge Range - Real Metal Cast-Effect Finishes
MetalAge Range - Real Metal Cast-Effect Finishes

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Bradleys Architectural Metal Finishes

SteelAge for mild steel (internal) BRAD-MA-I-ST

Last verified by manufacturer 9 months ago

Bradleys Architectural Metal Finishes

SteelAge for mild steel (external) BRAD-MA-X-ST

Summary
The MetalAge real metal collection of cast-effect finishes is specifically designed for cosmetically important architectural metalwork. An alternative when cast metal is not available option.
The MetalAge real metal collection of cast-effect finishes is specifically designed for cosmetically important architectural metalwork. An alternative when cast metal is not available option.
Application

Intended for use on architectural metalwork, external and internal, including mild steel and cast iron.

Suitable for the following environments: Interior Dry (C1), Rural (C2), Urban (C3). MetalAge should be applied in conjunction with an appropriate seal coat.

Typical applications include:

  • Architectural metalwork, balustrades and railings, balconies, feature steelwork handrails, Juliet balconies, cosmetic steelwork, staircases, architectural cast iron, gates, sculptures, public realm furniture, feature structural steel, curtain walling, canopies, planters.

Intended for use on architectural metalwork, external and internal, including mild steel and cast iron.

Suitable for the following environments: Interior Dry (C1), Rural (C2), Urban (C3). MetalAge should be applied in conjunction with an appropriate seal coat.

Typical applications include:

  • Architectural metalwork, balustrades and railings, balconies, feature steelwork handrails, Juliet balconies, cosmetic steelwork, staircases, architectural cast iron, gates, sculptures, public realm furniture, feature structural steel, curtain walling, canopies, planters.
Description

MetalAge incorporates real metal which is handcrafted to create cast-effect finishes. MetalAge is a forgiving finish, where scratches and marks through wear and tear simply become a part of the character.

MetalAge offers an exclusive, robust surface design and partners very well with the architectural market where quality and consistency are paramount. It is a hand-crafted finished process which means you can expect variances which will only add to the authenticity of the finish.

The cast-effect real metal finishes include gunmetal and zinc.

Features and benefits:

  • Hand-crafted finish: the MetalAge Range is a hand-finished process which creates natural variances adding to the authenticity and bespoke nature of the finish.
  • Premium aesthetics: it is a textured and authentic-looking cast-effect finish that delivers instant aged, historical value.
  • Consistency of finish: MetalAge provides a consistent finish whereas welds can patinate differently on solid metals such as bronze and brass.
  • Versatile application: MetalAge provides more fabrication choice providing architects with greater flexibility of application.
  • Structural loading requirements: unlike cast metals, designs can use mild steel coated in MetalAge to meet structural loading requirements.
  • Anti-fingerprint technology: with its anti-fingerprint technology, the seal coat eliminates the need to keep wiping and polishing fingerprint marks from the surface.
  • High performing finish: MetalAge offers cosmetic and functional protection assuring a high performance finish.
  • Enhanced durability: MetalAge Coatings boast exceptional durability, resisting delamination, cracking, scuffing, peeling or chipping. They are easy to clean, highly durable and repairable - MetalAge is a low maintenance finish.
  • Environmentally-friendly: the MetalAge Range requires less energy usage in comparison to cast metals for a more environmentally-friendly process.

Sustainability:

  • The MetalAge System offers a cost-effective and eco-conscious alternative to solid metal and cast foundry pieces.
  • Its metalizing process significantly reduces VOC emissions and resource consumption.
  • Composed primarily of real metal, it emits minimal vapours during application, and produces no liquid waste requiring no hazardous disposal.
  • Its application process eliminates burn pollution associated with traditional foundries, conserving resources and reducing emissions.

In summary, MetalAge is environmentally friendly and conserves resources. By utilizing recycled materials, it's a sustainable and eco-friendly choice.

MetalAge incorporates real metal which is handcrafted to create cast-effect finishes. MetalAge is a forgiving finish, where scratches and marks through wear and tear simply become a part of the character.

MetalAge offers an exclusive, robust surface design and partners very well with the architectural market where quality and consistency are paramount. It is a hand-crafted finished process which means you can expect variances which will only add to the authenticity of the finish.

The cast-effect real metal finishes include gunmetal and zinc.

Features and benefits:

  • Hand-crafted finish: the MetalAge Range is a hand-finished process which creates natural variances adding to the authenticity and bespoke nature of the finish.
  • Premium aesthetics: it is a textured and authentic-looking cast-effect finish that delivers instant aged, historical value.
  • Consistency of finish: MetalAge provides a consistent finish whereas welds can patinate differently on solid metals such as bronze and brass.
  • Versatile application: MetalAge provides more fabrication choice providing architects with greater flexibility of application.
  • Structural loading requirements: unlike cast metals, designs can use mild steel coated in MetalAge to meet structural loading requirements.
  • Anti-fingerprint technology: with its anti-fingerprint technology, the seal coat eliminates the need to keep wiping and polishing fingerprint marks from the surface.
  • High performing finish: MetalAge offers cosmetic and functional protection assuring a high performance finish.
  • Enhanced durability: MetalAge Coatings boast exceptional durability, resisting delamination, cracking, scuffing, peeling or chipping. They are easy to clean, highly durable and repairable - MetalAge is a low maintenance finish.
  • Environmentally-friendly: the MetalAge Range requires less energy usage in comparison to cast metals for a more environmentally-friendly process.

Sustainability:

  • The MetalAge System offers a cost-effective and eco-conscious alternative to solid metal and cast foundry pieces.
  • Its metalizing process significantly reduces VOC emissions and resource consumption.
  • Composed primarily of real metal, it emits minimal vapours during application, and produces no liquid waste requiring no hazardous disposal.
  • Its application process eliminates burn pollution associated with traditional foundries, conserving resources and reducing emissions.

In summary, MetalAge is environmentally friendly and conserves resources. By utilizing recycled materials, it's a sustainable and eco-friendly choice.

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Color
Grey, Silver, Other
Grey, Silver, Other
Finish
Metallic, Aged, Antiqued, Distressed, Natural, Pre-weathered, Roughcast, Smooth
Metallic, Aged, Antiqued, Distressed, Natural, Pre-weathered, Roughcast, Smooth
Material
Zinc
Zinc
Shape
Formless
Formless
Length
Bespoke
Bespoke
Width
Bespoke
Bespoke
Height
Bespoke
Bespoke
Warranty description
12 year
12 year

Specification

Classification data
Description
Real metal cast-effect finish.
Real metal cast-effect finish.
System performance
Interior Dry (C1).
-
Preparation
Grit blast to BS 7079 SA2.5.
Grit blast to BS 7079 SA2.5.
Initial coats
Qualizinc Arc Metal Spray as per ISO 2063.
Qualizinc Arc Metal Spray as per ISO 2063.
Undercoats
Ageing solution.
Ageing solution.
Finishing coats
Atomized Real Metal followed by a clear coat sealer.
Atomized Real Metal followed by a clear coat sealer.
Sealing of internal movement joints
-
-
External pointing to existing frames
-
-
System performance
-
Rural (C2)., Urban (C3).

Additional properties

Colour
Imperial Grade II S/AF., 716 Grade II S/AF., 917 Grade II S/AF.
Imperial Grade II S/AF., 716 Grade II S/AF., 917 Grade II S/AF.
Accelerated weathering
Tested to: Xenon arc weathering ISO 16474-2.
Results: No cracking or flaking after 1000 hours.
Conclusion: Metalite coatings show no visible defects after 1000 hours of artificial weathering according to ISO 16474-2.
Tested to: Xenon arc weathering ISO 16474-2.
Results: No cracking or flaking after 1000 hours.
Conclusion: Metalite coatings show no visible defects after 1000 hours of artificial weathering according to ISO 16474-2.
Adhesion
Up to 10 MPa as per ISO 4624.
Up to 10 MPa as per ISO 4624.
Dry film thickness
Approx. 120–180 µm including aging treatment and sealer.
Approx. 120–180 µm including aging treatment and sealer.
Gloss level
Matt (0–30 GU).
Matt (0–30 GU).
Maintenance
Simple and easy to clean with pH neutral water and soft cloth or sponge.
Repairability: damage repair systems available for onsite application.
Simple and easy to clean with pH neutral water and soft cloth or sponge.
Repairability: damage repair systems available for onsite application.
System code
BRAD-MA-I-ST.
BRAD-MA-X-ST.

Sustainability data

Material
Zinc
Zinc
Recyclability
Does not compromise the recyclability of the underlying material.
Does not compromise the recyclability of the underlying material.