UniCote® LUX is a premium pre-painted steel product designed to suit Australian high-end architecture. Combining the world’s best coil coating technology with rigorous testing to Australian Standards, UniCote® LUX ensures superior performance in the harsh Australian environment and a stunning patterned and textured finish.

When it comes to metal cladding, there isn’t a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution. UniCote® LUX is light-weight and flexible; its versatility allows it to be formed into our range of architectural profiles fabricated and supplied by Architectural Cladding Suppliers, including:

Standing Seam
Snaplock
Interlocking
Nailstrip
Metal Weatherboards
Shingles
Flatlock
Curved cladding and
Angled roof applications

UniCote® LUX is simply beautiful, resilient and durable in every way

UniCote® LUX – Ashwood is shown here with our Interlocking panels

UniCote® LUX is a game-changer in the field of metal cladding, as it allows architects to truly unleash their creative potential in ways rarely seen before.

The natural wood textures in the UniCote® LUX range (Ashwood, Maple, and Wenge) show an incredible likeness to the real material and provide a low-maintenance high-end substitute to traditional timber. The timber range in UniCote LUX (as with the rest of the textured patterns) meets the requirements of fire test on building materials – AS/NZS 1430.0 – NCC compliant and ideal for non-combustible cladding specifications, fabricated and supplied by Architectural Cladding Suppliers.

UniCote® LUX – Corten Red looks absolutely amazing

UniCote® LUX offers exceptional performance in the tough Australian climate, as well as a striking patterned and textured finish that’s built to last. Known for its versatility and ease of installation with our range of profiles, installers can create a showpiece installation using UniCote® LUX.

UniCote® LUX is available in a wide range of finishes, including:

Metal Stone
Silver Quartz
Zinc Graphite
Pentagon
Saffiano
Spectrum
Midnight Matte
Ashwood
Maple
Wenge
Corten Red
Weathered Iron

Durable and resilient in every way

The patterned paint system provides superior colour and gloss retention relative to standard paint systems and is built to resist UV damage from Australia’s harsh sun – suitable for exterior environments where corrosion levels are moderate – this includes roofing, cladding, facades, and rainwater goods. UniCote® LUX is also ideal for interior uses.

A game-changer in the field of metal cladding, UniCote® LUX – Zinc Graphite on show

The key benefits of UniCote® LUX:

Fire Resistance – meets the requirements of AS/NZS 1530.3. Methods for Fire Tests on Building Materials.
Scratch Resistance – no marking of paint surface when tested in accordance with AS2331.4.7, with no less than 1.5kg weight applied to the test piece.
QUV Resistance – durability of the coating system meets the requirements of AS/NZS2728:2013 – Section 2.8 and Table 2.4. Note: Tests are conducted on a flat panel.
Bend Test – no loss of adhesion or paint cracking when bent around a diameter equal to five times the thickness of the sheet AS/NZS2728:2013 – section 2.6.1 and Appendix F.
Impact Resistance – no loss of paint adhesion after a test piece is struck on the reverse side with a specified force of 10J, in line with the test methodology AS/NZS2728:2013 – Table 2.2 and Appendix E.
Humidity Resistance – meets the requirements of AS/NZS2728:2013 – Sections 2.8 and 2.9.
Salt Spray – meets the requirements of AS/NZS2728:2013 – Sections 2.8 and 2.10.

UniCote® LUX is an extremely durable and resilient material, ideal for our harsh Australian climate – conforming to AS/NZS 2728:2013.

Highly durable and long-lasting, UniCote® LUX has a long life expectancy, and the special coating used to protect the material finish from the elements helps to ensure that it retains its good looks and performance over time. This means that building owners can expect UniCote® LUX to provide long-lasting protection and value, helping to reduce the need for maintenance and repair work in the future.

Technical Specifications – UniCote® LUX

Independently laboratory tested to comply with the AS/NZS2728:2013 performance requirements. Suitable for ISO9223:2012. Atmospheric Classifications C1 – C3.
The substrate is a hot-dipped Aluminium / Zinc / Magnesium alloy coated steel coil, 150gms/m2 coating weight. Manufactured to AS 1397:2011.
The pre-treatment is corrosion-resistant chromate conversion coating.
The primer coat is a flexible corrosion-resistant chromate primer with a nominal film thickness is 7μ ± 1μ on the top side and 5μ ± 1μ on the reverse.
The finish coat is Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) with a nominal film thickness of 35µms ± 8µms.
Up to 5 layers of a specifically formulated highly durable PVDF topcoat. Typical coating thickness ~35ums ± 8ums.
Designed and tested to comply fully with Australian Standards and all relevant building codes.
Standard gloss measurement techniques are not applicable.
UniCote® LUX products are supplied with a removable protective film.

In addition, the use of UniCote® LUX can help to reduce the carbon footprint of buildings.

UniCote® LUX is an environmentally friendly solution made from recycled materials – 100% recyclable at the end of its life. With excellent thermal performance, this innovative finish is an excellent choice for builders and architects who are looking to create sustainable and eco-friendly structures.

With its weather resistance, energy efficiency, versatility, durability, and environmentally friendly credentials, UniCote® LUX provides a premium material finish that is ideal for architects, installers, and builders looking to create beautiful and long-lasting structures. With its range of colors and textures, ease of installation, and low maintenance requirements, UniCote® LUX delivers premium value and performance, making it an ideal choice for any construction project.

Source: Selection Steel – Unicote® LUX website