Decorbrite
Ideal for diverse architecture and decorative design...
Decorbrite is produced on continuous coil processing lines under constant technological development, capable of providing the widest possible range of products, from mirror finish to satin matt, brushed finishes and special mechanical textures.
DEPENDABILITY
While having a low specific weight, Decorbrite also guarantees a high mechanical strength and chemical resistance. It is chemically inert, does not corrode and maintains its beautiful hi-tech appearance over a long period of time.
QUALITY
Decorbrite is manufactured using processes that assure a high level of product quality. The use of continuous coil treatment guarantees the formation of a uniform anodic oxide film with a perfectly homogeneous aesthetic appearance and uniform surface protection.
VERSATILITY
Pre-anodised Aluminium is an extraordinarily flexible and versatile material, able to take up a diverse range of forms to meet the creative needs of design and industry. Malleable and ductile, it lends itself to many internal architectural applications such as structural and decorative components. It can also be easily bonded to other materials.
ECO-FRIENDLINESS
Decorbrite is the natural choice for eco-friendliness. It is totally recyclable and is produced using ecologically safe products and processes. It therefore makes the ideal environmental choice to complete any project, from large scale panelling to small decorative articles, providing the intelligent choice for both the present and the future.
ARCHITECTURE, SURFACE AND STRUCTURE
The successful growth of pre-anodised aluminium in the architectural field is a clear indication of the unique characteristics, which make this material the natural ally of the designer.
The capability to combine maximum adaptability with aesthetic impact makes Decorbrite the ideal choice for decorative panelling and cladding while its low density allows the development of structures that are particularly light but at the same time strong.
DESIGN OBJECTIVES AND IDEAS
Contemporary creative design has discovered pre-anodised aluminium and transformed it into the preferred material for expressing design ideas of every form, from exclusive accessories in limited editions to mass produced components. The excellent malleability and formability of Decorbrite and its wide range of reflective and decorative surface effects makes it the ideal solution for projects in both high volume and exclusive individual designs. Easy to shape onto other components, Decorbrite is an ideal surfacing material for a multitude of products of original and innovative design.
INTERIORS HI-TECH FUNCTIONALITY
Suitable for use as both a structural element and a bonded surface layer, Decorbrite is a valuable aid to design and production in all decorative fields. Ideal for use in accessories and hi-tech solutions, such as kitchens and furniture in contact with foods and liquids, it also proves itself functional and aesthetically outstanding in many other applications. In this sector of the industrial market, Decorbrite confirms the many advantages of its versatility, facilitating the creation of various shape and surface finish combinations. Its specific characteristics of corrosion resistance and stability in all conditions of use complete the scenario of technical applicability, which makes this material the new reference for contemporary interiors.
TECHNICAL DATA
THE CHARACTERISTICS OF DECORBRITE
Each of the Decorbrite products is characterised by its distinctive aesthetic appearance, obtained by a combination of mechanical roll texturing and successive chemical treatments.
The key finishing processes are electrolytic brightening, which confers gloss and surface homogeneity, and anodising, during which the aluminium surface layers are converted into a thin hard layer of aluminium oxide that is completely transparent and very resistant. in this manner the resulting composite structure combines the inherent nature of aluminium metal with the surface properties of chemical inertness, high surface hardness, resistance to chemical agents, anti-static character and resistance to scratching and finger marks.
The careful control of processes and parameters used at each stage of the material’s production guarantees constant product characteristics.
The Decorbrite range is environmentally friendly as it contains no resins or solvents, is completely recyclable and, compared to steel, has the advantage of light weight (2,7g/cm3 against 7,9g/cm3 for steel). Thanks to its high formability, Decorbrite gives flight to the designer’s fantasies in every environment for a multitude of applications.
AVAILABILITY
We carry a standard range of material in coil form, enabling us to slit and cut to length on our in-house coil processing facilities providing the opportunity to satisfy immediately the demand of the designer, architect or sub-contractor requiring bespoke sizes or finishes.
Decorbrite is exclusive to Blackburns Metals in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
