5 CORROSION-RESISTANT BUILDING MATERIALS | ARCHITECTURAL METAL DESIGN
Decorative metal mouldings were a staple of early 20th-century design. They adorn some of the world’s most recognized buildings, including the Rockefeller Center in New York City, the Wrigley Building in Chicago, and even the elevators of the new Minnesota Vikings stadium. Today, what’s old is new again -- architectural metal is a great way to blend classic and modern looks. But what happens when new becomes old? An architect tends to focus on the overall flow and appearance of a creation, possibly ignoring the more practical details -- like corrosion. If the designer fails to use corrosion-resistant building materials in cases that call for them, he or she leaves the customer to deal with rust, rotting and splitting (in the case of wood), and general ugliness. And negative word of mouth is no way to build your brand. To create more enduring visions of beauty and functionality, architects must rely more on the right metal moulding materials to ensure corrosion resistance over time. Kee...