Weathering Steel Corten

​Weathering Steel, best-known under the trademark COR-TEN steel exhibits superior corrosion resistance over regular carbon steel as a result of the development of a protective oxide film on the surface that provides a unique rustic appearance. The layer protecting the surface develops and regenerates continuously when subjected to the influence of the weather.  Thus Corten needs not to be treated in any way prior to installation for longevity.

Corten steel has become increasingly popular with sculptors and as an architectural feature. When used correctly it blends and complements its natural surroundings, shades of red, brown and orange become more texturally interesting as rain and sun exposure adds runs and lines, with deeper or lighter tones to the rust effect.
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​Archtech Ltd offers the following weathering steel rain screen systems:
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• Flat Plates - fixed with direct through appropriate fixings over supporting metal sub-frame
• Cassettes - folded cassette panels fixed with concealed fixings over supporting metal sub-frame
• Interlocking Panels
• Bevel-back Weatherboard Panels

All systems require primary waterproofing cladding behind the rain screen. Contact us for further information about maximum panel sizes and plates limitations.
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