In fact, there is no area of human activity where perforated metal cannot be used as a building or decorative material. Perforated metal façade is one of the modern façades in buildings. Due to the advancement of technology and advanced machines such as aluminum cutting and extrusion machines, the use of metals in building façades has increased more than before. Today, metals are one of the most widely used materials in construction, and it can be said that since 1935, metals and their alloys have been widely used in various forms such as wire, sheet, warp and weft, etc. The existence of this diversity has created very beautiful façades in the field of construction.
Perforated metal façade
Perforated metals are used for interior and exterior designs with various metals and patterns, stainless steel, steel, unstable metals, aluminum, zinc, nickel, titanium, copper, etc. and with materials such as wood, stone, ceramics, Brick, glass and leather are in harmony. These sheets are different in shape, texture, weight, but despite these differences, they have a great impact on the appearance of the building and the interior of the house. One of the reasons for the popularity of these sheets is their strength, versatility, ease of use and durability.
Application and role of metals
Metals have two general roles in construction and decoration:
1. Structural and functional roles that contribute to the strength and stability of the building.
2. The role of beautification of metals that contribute to the function and stability of the building can appear in the form of beams, columns, joints and… in the building, and metals that contribute to beauty, can often be used as a second shell.
What is the difference between metal façades and other façades?!
In general, different materials are used in display; Even many of these materials, such as stone and brick, especially refractory bricks in different designs and colors, are very popular among the people; Unaware that metals have advantages over other materials that make them suitable for use in construction – from interior decoration to façade.
But what are the properties of perforated metals?
• Metals have a longer lifespan and durability than other materials.
• The shine and luster of the metals make them give a modern and more beautiful look to the building.
• Metals have higher flexibility than materials such as glass, stone and brick; As a result, they allow you to be creative and create a different look.
• Metals are a better protector for the exterior and interior of buildings and have high adaptability.
• Most metals do not need to be handled or have low maintenance costs, so they are cost-effective.
• Metals are easier to install than other materials and can be installed seamlessly.
Perforated metal façade system
Although all metals have similar properties, knowing the unique properties of each sheet of metal will help you choose the best option for your application. In the following, we will briefly describe two examples of the most widely used metal sheets used in perforated metal façades.
1. Aluminum façade
The shiny silver color of aluminum sheets can create a wonderful and modern look for your building; But this is just the appearance. Aluminum has many special and functional properties that make it a metal suitable for use in perforated metal façade.
• Aluminum sheet is light and lightweight, yet it is still one of the strongest metals.
• The low thickness of aluminum allows designers to design moving, lattice and different views.
• The use of aluminum is not limited in any weather conditions because it is stainless and has a high resistance to oxidation.
• There are many sources of aluminum available and this metal is one of the recyclable metals.
2. Zinc façade
This metal is more resistant to corrosion than some metals such as copper. Zinc metal is very popular among architects and builders due to its special properties. But what are its features?
• Flexibility which makes it possible to use it in perforated metal façades.
• Recyclability; It is true that this is a common feature of all metals, but what sets zinc apart from other metals in this regard is that the energy required to recycle zinc is less than that of other metals; This feature is very important for eco-friendly architecture and environmentalists.
• Zinc is very resistant to heat and fire.
• It can be applied in different colors and this makes it look beautiful and diverse.
Undoubtedly, metals are one of the most suitable options for creating perforated façades. Durability, compatibility, beauty and high durability are features that cannot be ignored, because if you choose the right metal, these façades can be used for decades or hundreds of years.
