Now in-house – the QUADRO Roof & Wall Cladding Roll Former
To expand our capabilities, we welcomed a new addition to the team – a QUADRO Roof & Wall Cladding Roll Former from Schlebach Machines, Germany. The Quadro is a portable roll former offering up to 11 sheet metal profiles with quick change over – including Standing Seam, Snap Lock, Nail Strip, & Interlocking panels. Being […]
The Perfect Patina
Each architectural metal has a different response to aging. The word “Patina” describes the oxidization layer which builds up on metal surfaces. By using these types of metals, projects are rewarded with a material that will take on its own characteristics and will evolve over time. Corten Corten Steel weathering steel is a type of […]
Spotlight on Architectural Roofing and Cladding Styles ~ Interlocking Panel Cladding Profile
Sleek, clean and the ability to be installed vertically, horizontally or diagonally is of course, the Interlocking Panel cladding system. Popular with architects for this reason alone! This month we continue to focus on the roofing and cladding styles that are shaping current architectural trends. This profile presents a range of axial dimensions to architects […]
Why use Standing Seam Cladding?
Not just a pretty façade, Standing Seam cladding can give a range of other benefits to a project, add additional value and offer a versatility that other installations simply cannot. Trending strongly in the past few years, the Standing Seam profile is popular for projecting a contemporary, modern, strong and textured look. You’ll find architects using a […]
The Best Roofing Materials for Australian homes
What’s the right choice? For something that keeps the elements out of the home, selecting the right roofing materials is a decision to take seriously when building or replacing a roof. Roofing has evolved over time and plays an important element in the architecture of the home. Don’t forget the Australian climate can be harsh. […]
What’s Shaping Roofing and Cladding Trends?
Building a new home? Renovating or seeking inspiration? We take a look at the popular choices being used in 2020 and already shaping 2021. Flat Is a contemporary, minimal and modern look in your sights? Not just aesthetically pleasing, flat roofs are also versatile and ideal for modern twists such as a green roof (or […]
5 of the World’s Best Copper Cladding Buildings
The charming and sleek characteristics of copper cladding are here to stay. Not just a pretty face, copper is durable, everlasting and incredibly popular with architects + designers due to the unique patina which evolves over time. More than ever, we are seeing projects using a combination of building materials such as timber, glass, stone, […]
