Short answer: Architectural metal uses aluminium and stainless for light formable facades, galvanized and zinc alloys for long-life roofing, copper and bronze for patinating cladding and carbon steel for strong economical structure, all chosen for appearance, weather resistance and the buildability designers need.
At a Glance
What Architecture Needs
Appearance, weather and buildability lead the choice, with the basis in our Metal Strength Comparison and resistance in our Corrosion Resistance Guide; expansion notes are in our Thermal Expansion Guide.
Facade and Roof
Facades use aluminium and stainless and roofs use galvanized or zinc alloy, with the aluminium basis in our Aluminium Supplier, stainless in our Stainless Steel Supplier and copper in our Copper Supplier; the trade-off is in our Galvanized vs Stainless Steel.
Finish and Weathering
Cladding is anodised, patinated or coated for look and life, with methods in our Anodizing vs Powder Coating Guide and surface care in our Surface Treatment Guide; passivation is in our Passivation Guide.
Quality and Sourcing
Architectural metal is checked by inspection, with methods in our Quality Inspection Guide; buyers confirm grade via our Mill Test Certificate Guide and structure context in our Construction Structural Guide.
Get a Quote
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Aluminium and stainless for light, formable panels.
Galvanized and zinc alloys shed water and resist weathering.
Copper develops a durable, attractive patina over time.
Carbon steel for strong, economical building structure.
Confirm finish and grade, then pack for site delivery.
Source Architectural Metal with HXSCO
HXSCO supplies aluminium, stainless, copper, zinc and carbon steel for facades, roofs and structure. Send finish and quantity for a quote.