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In addition to its
maintenance-free properties, ornamental aluminum is also very
strong. Aluminum is a miracle product – it's light but very
strong. It has some give, so if something hit it, the object
would be deflected.
Most aluminum fences are fastened together with stainless
steel fasteners, while some are welded. Mechanical panels have
more flexibility to adjust to the terrain.
Like ornamental steel, aluminum has several different finishes
available. Aluminum does not rust, so finish choices are based
more on attractiveness and fade resistance. Like ornamental
steel, aluminum finishes are available in powder and paint:
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Acrylic Enamel Paint
Wet, acrylic enamel paint is sprayed on aluminum fences.
The advantage of paint is that the consumer will have a
wide variety of color choices, and custom colors that
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Powder
Powder is electrostatically applied to aluminum fences.
Colors can be customized on larger jobs, and many powders
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finishes are also highly durable because they are two to
four times thicker than acrylic finishes.
Paint is air dried or
baked on after application, while powder coating is cured
by bringing it to a certain temperature and holding it
there. If the curing process is done properly, the finish
becomes inert and more durable and becomes fade and
graffiti resistant.
As aluminum is rust and corrosion resistant, very little
maintenance is required once it is installed. Like steel,
if the water in the area has a high calcium content,
consumers may have to wash the deposits off periodically.
If the finish is scratched, it may need to be touched up.
Powder-coated fence can be touched up
with paint. Check our Knowledge
Base for specs.
Most aluminum
manufacturers offer a limited lifetime warranty, though
consumers are encouraged to read the fine print to
determine what features are specifically covered.
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If you have questions please contact our Service
Representative at 973.433.6237 NY/NJ - 954.399.0306 FL. We'll be glad to answer all your
questions before starting your project.
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