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Metalite Collection - Real Metal Luxury Finishes

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Metalite Collection for aluminium

Bradleys Architectural Metal Finishes Variant:

Metalite: Real metal collection of luxury finishes, specifically designed for cosmetically important architectural metalwork. Provides a practical alternative when solid metal is not a viable option.

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Application

Intended for use on architectural metalwork, external and internal, including mild steel, cast metals, stainless steel, aluminium and MDF (internal).

Suitable for the following environments: Interior Dry (C1), Rural (C2), Urban (C3).

Metalite should be applied in conjunction with an appropriate primer and sealant.

Typical applications include:

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

Description

The Metalite Range of luxury finishes is a timeless crafted collection of outstanding and unrivalled real metal finishes applied to the substrate. Finishes include Antique Bronze, Antique Brass, Real Bronze, Real Brass, Oiled Bronze and Cast Effect Metals.

Features and benefits:

  • Hand-crafted finish: this real metal finish can be aged, distressed or simply left to age gracefully. It is a hand-finished process creating variances which will only add to the authenticity of the finish. Metalite brings together the art of careful craftsmanship and partners very well with the architectural market where quality and consistency are paramount.
  • Premium aesthetics: Metalite develops a rich patina which gives it an authentic, aged appearance.
  • Variety of finishes: Metalite is available in several different finishes: Aged Brass, Antique Brass, Real Brass, Warm Brass, Bronze, Antique Bronze, Oiled Bronzed and Cast-effect metals.
  • Consistency of finish: Metalite provides a consistent finish whereas welds can patinate differently on solid metals such as bronze and brass.
  • Versatile application: Metalite provides more substrate and fabrication choice providing architects with greater flexibility of application. Suitable for interior and exterior use where there are high demands on appearance.
  • Structural loading requirements: unlike special metals such as bronze and brass, designs can use mild steel coated in Metalite 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.
  • Enhanced durability: Metalite Coatings boast exceptional durability, resisting delamination, cracking, scuffing, peeling or chipping.
  • Cost-effective: Metalite is commonly chosen as a more cost effective option than special metals, providing additional value when budgets are under pressure.

Sustainability:

  • The Metalite System offers a cost-effective and eco-conscious alternative to solid metal, cast foundry pieces and metallic coatings.
  • Its metalizing 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 vapors during application, and it's cold application process eliminates burn pollution associated with traditional foundries, conserving resources and reducing emissions.

In summary, Metalite is environmentally friendly and conserves resources. By utilizing recycled materials, it's a sustainable choice, surpassing water-based paints in eco-friendliness. With minimal resin content, Metalite reduces airborne emissions, further contributing to environmental preservation.

General information

Color

Bronze

Guidance for specification option:

Aged bronze.

Gold

Guidance for specification option:

Aged brass.

Other

Guidance for specification option:

Bespoke (on request).

Finish

Metallic

Distressed

Aged

Brass

Bronze

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Material

Brass

Bronze

Metal

Nickel bronze

Shape

Formless

Length

Bespoke

Width

Bespoke

Height

Bespoke

Warranty description

12 year

Guidance for specification option:

Up to 12 years dependent upon environment; consult manufacturer for details.

Uniclass

Ss_40_90_60_85 Special coating systemsPrimary

CAWS

M60/195 Special coating

M60/18 Special coating

Specification data - Special coating systems

Description

Real metal finish.

System performance

Interior Dry (C1).
Rural (C2).
Urban (C3).

System manufacturer

Bradleys Architectural Metal Finishes.

Preparation

Chromate pre-treatment or chromate-free pre-treatment near equivalent.

Initial coats

Not required.

Undercoats

Bondakote epoxy base layer.
Not required.

Finishing coats

Liquified real metal followed by a clear coat sealer.

Sealing of internal movement joints

Guidance for specification option:

Insert requirements or omit.

External pointing to existing frames

Guidance for specification option:

Insert requirements or omit.

Colour

Buckingham Age Brass: MET103 S/AF.

Mid-Antique Brass: MET104 S/AF.

Brass Antique Aurichalum: MET105 S/AF.

Mid-Antique Warm Brass: MET109 S/AF.

Bronze Aegean 3200 BC: MET115 S/AF.

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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.

Adhesion

Up to 10 MPa as per ISO 4624.

Dry film thickness

Approx. 220–280 µm including primer and sealer.

Gloss level

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.

Standard

To BS EN 12206-1 and BS EN 13438.
QUALICOAT Specification.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard applies to Bondakote epoxy base layer only.

Sustainability data

Material

Brass
Bronze
Metal
Nickel bronze

Recyclability

Does not compromise the recyclability of the underlying material.

Expected Life

-

Manufacturer guidance

Expected life to first maintenance: up to 20 years depending upon environment.

Literature

Metalite Product & Technical Data Sheet

Metalite Product & Technical Data Sheet

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