In many ways, architectural design is comparable to crafting a fine piece of artwork. The goal is generally to produce a unique building or structure with enduring beauty. Color allows architects to truly make their designs stand out. Much like fine art, the beauty produced by architectural design needs to be timeless. Architects generally produce permanent structures, and thus require decorative finishes with long-term durability. This article highlights the aesthetic and functional properties of a new range of aluminum pigments designed specifically for architectural powder coatings.
Aluminum flake pigments are particularly suited for architectural applications. First and foremost, they produce stunning silver finishes that invoke a sense of quality and sophistication. Typical applications include facade profiles and window frames. Besides straight silvers, aluminum pigments also work very well in tinted color shades. In most cases, architects prefer more subtle shades rather than highly chromatic colors. Aluminum pigments can add sophistication to neutral tones commonly used in architecture.