Copper
Buildings boasting copper – a perfect, high-value solution with great design freedom for the architect.
The metal copper consists of 100% pure Cu-DHP. When first applied, the glare-free, glittering surface oxidises in the atmosphere within a short time to form a brown top coat. The typical green patina then only emerges after a few years of free weathering.
However, copper bands can be pretreated in various ways with regard to their surface and colour. Thus, a wide range of fascia finishes and alloys is available which makes for unparalleled fixed varieties. In the case of roof covers and façade cladding, it is used in the form of strips as a wave and trapezoid profile with casings in panels and shingles.
Copper cladding has a lifetime of well over 100 years. It is also environmentally friendly and maintenance-free, especially so in coastal areas due to its corrosion resistance.
Renowned manufacturers for this product are:
- Aurubis, Finnland, Germany
