Aluminum
Aluminum is lightweight, less corrosive, 85% recycled content, recyclable, low VOC, rigid, long lifespan, contributes to LEED points, most versatile material. Best uses: shade panels, shutters, indoor canopy architectural accent, interior or exterior screening, railing, cladding.
Antique Gold (GLD)
In direct sunlight, this otherwise dark, architectural finish comes to life. It pops with green-gold tones with a dark black base.
Shade
Screen
Railing
Cladding
Copper
Copper develops a natural patina, no corrosion, patina protects enviroment, thin, malleable, strong, 95% recycled content, highly recyclable, long lifespan, no maintenance, and anti-microbial. Best uses: decorative shade and canopy, architectural accent, non-theft areas for artistic design.
Raw Copper
Copper is thin, strong, and beautiful in all circumstances. The specific micro-climate of the installation site will determine whether the patina develops in the direction of a dry bronze or turquoise verdigris. Patinas can be pushed in a certain direction with sculpture-grade chemicals, but the raw copper will start to change on its own within 3 months.
Screen
Railing
Cladding
Steel
90% recycled content, structural. Best uses: indoor use to prevent rust, outdoor use with maintenance.
Raw Steel
Steel is industrial, structural, and always will want to rust - there's just no way around it. It can be painted, welded, sealed, oil-rubbed, and oxidized to accelerate the rusting process. This is a very versatile material - just don;t use it for shade.
Shade
