Graffiti is common in the vast majority of towns and cities all over the UK. It is a sad fact that buildings, vehicles, outside walls and sometimes even homes can come under attack from vandals choosing to graffiti any place deemed suitable. Graffiti, not only causes damage and makes buildings undesirable but it also harms […]
Powder Coating
Why does powder coated aluminium corrode?
Polyester powder coating and in particular on aluminium windows, doors and screens is the most popular method of colouring and finishing aluminium. Some of the benefits of modern polyester powder coat finishes are durability and the environmental benefits. Because powder coating uses no solvents in the application process, this is more environmentally friendly than “wet […]
Powder coated hybrid windows
Polyester powder coating is the most common method of finishing and coating aluminium extrusions. It is regarded as the most effective method for giving protection to aluminium against chipping, scratching and moisture. Virtually every modern aluminium window system available is not powder coated. It is powder coated aluminium when correctly pretreated and painted that provides a […]
Why does powder coating fade?
Look at any older building that has powder coated aluminium windows and doors installed more than 20 years ago and it is common to notice a fading on the powder coated finish. Why does powder coating fade, and what can you do about it? Why does powder coated aluminium fade? Exposure to the elements is the […]
Powder coating provides greater colour choice
Construction of new buildings has come a long way in recent years with architects and designers being bolder in their colour choices. Grey is a very popular colour for powder coated contemporary windows and doors and today you will see this colour in both residential and commercial applications. However the application of multiple colours in buildings […]