Using pre-painted steel to create expressive homes that stand the test of time
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19 September 2022
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2 min read
Sitting at the intersection of aesthetics and practicality, UniCote LUX represents the unity of art and steel. Proving durability needn’t come at the cost of style, UniCote Lux is a pre-painted steel product that utilises advanced painting systems and coating technologies to create a hard-wearing, low-maintenance steel product that takes on a luxurious aesthetic.
Crafted to enhance high-end Australian architecture while catering to the often harsh domestic climate, UniCote Lux is set to be the material of choice for specifiers, architects and building designers alike.
Steel, but not as you know it
The word ‘steel’ often evokes images of cool, silvery tones that look more fit for an industrial warehouse than residential applications. However, UniCote LUX bucks staid notions of what steel should look like, reinterpreting it as an art form.
With UniCote LUX, steel doesn’t necessarily even need to look metallic. The range comprises 12 finish options, with classic and contemporary textures inspired by both the natural and built environments. Whether you wish to assimilate into the landscape or create a bold statement, there’s a finish to fit the job. Natural wood textures of Maple, Wenge and Ashwood and mineral textures such as Weathered Iron, Metal Stone, and Zinc Graphite reflect their inspirations aesthetically while being easy to source and boasting the longevity of steel.
Meanwhile, modern texture options of Saffiano, Pentagon, Midnight Matte and Spectrum lend themselves to homes with a contemporary look. Crisp lines, reflective surfaces and geometric detailing combine to create cladding and architectural panelling that stands out against the striking Australian landscape.
Unparalleled design flexibility
The versatility of steel means architects and designers aren’t limited to standard profiles. With various systems including standing seam, snap lock, interlocking, nailstrip and shingle, each high-performance product can be composed to fit unique design specifications. Coupled with the wide variety of colour and texture profile options available, this results in unparalleled design flexibility.
Made for the Australian landscape
Made to withstand Australian rural, urban and seaside conditions, UniCote Lux maintains its premium appearance in the face of exposure to salt spray, fire and humidity. Its scratch-resistant properties mean your cladding or feature walls will look the same a decade on as they do today.
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