{"id":2686,"date":"2022-01-17T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-17T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fhbrundle.co.uk\/lp\/2022\/01\/17\/why-aluminium-is-taking-the-decking-world-by-storm\/"},"modified":"2022-01-17T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-01-17T00:00:00","slug":"why-aluminium-is-taking-the-decking-world-by-storm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fhbrundle.co.uk\/lp\/blog\/2022\/01\/17\/why-aluminium-is-taking-the-decking-world-by-storm\/","title":{"rendered":"Why aluminium is taking the decking world by storm"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1200px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><em>Paul Smith, Head of Marketing at F.H. Brundle, discusses the company\u2019s outstanding aluminium decking system, Synergised.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>For decades, aluminium wasn\u2019t a material you\u2019d find in the average garden. Widely used in heavy industry, aerospace and automotive, it\u2019s usage in more residential contexts was relatively rare.<\/p>\n<p>But in more recent years, that\u2019s changed. It\u2019s now much more common to find it in gardens, on balconies, and in other residential settings.<\/p>\n<p>Why? Because aluminium is an outstanding modern material, suitable for a whole host of different sectors and applications.<\/p>\n<p>Firstly, it\u2019s strong, lightweight, easy to handle, and both watertight and weather resistant.<\/p>\n<p>It also offers sleek, fashionable aesthetics, low maintenance and good traction for all areas.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, at F.H. Brundle, we think it\u2019s a great decking material \u2013 which is why we\u2019ve recently added our new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fhbrundle.co.uk\/groups\/ALUDECK3__Aluminium_Decking_Subframe\">Synergised aluminium decking<\/a> range to our extensive selection of timber alternatives.<\/p>\n<p><strong>An alternative to timber<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Think decking, and you probably think timber.<\/p>\n<p>But timber, as classically attractive and readily available as it is, has problems, as everyone in our sector is well aware.<\/p>\n<p>It will rot, it can twist and warp, and can require a great deal of maintenance to keep looking and performing its best.<\/p>\n<p>Which, in recent years, has led to the development of a wide range of alternatives \u2013 and one of the most popular is aluminium.<\/p>\n<p>Synergised is a robust, fully fire-rated aluminium decking system designed to meet the rigorous demands of twenty-first century usage, and help tradespeople throughout the sector win lucrative new business.<\/p>\n<p>Synergised decking is made from structural-grade 6063 T6 aluminium, and finished with a 100 micron Qualicoat\u2122 premium powder coating, giving it exceptional colour retention, even after years of exposure to the sun.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more, its highly slip-resistant surface is comfortable underfoot, and stays cool in hot weather, making it perfect for garden applications \u2013 while the fact it\u2019s A1 and 2fl-s1 fire-rated at heights of 18m for commercial buildings and 11m for residential make it ideal for high-rise settings.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also tested to EN 13501, EN 12823 and EN ISO 1716, and comes in three colours \u2013 anthracite, black and Serengeti sand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Up to 50% cost saving<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Synergised is extremely quick and easy to install, offers a 50% cost saving when compared to similar systems, and comes with a life expectancy of over 25 years.<\/p>\n<p>Its mill finish subframe is available in 3 heights with the 20mm option ideal for ultra-low profile applications. Lightweight and easy to cut, it\u2019s extremely quick to assemble and fit.<\/p>\n<p>The system\u2019s adjustable cradles make for a very simple install, too \u2013 with height adjustment ranging from 45mm to 180mm, which, combined with our joist profiles, will deliver decking at the exact angle required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stunning porcelain tiles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The latest addition to the range are highly versatile porcelain tiles.<\/p>\n<p>The Italian-made La Fabbrica collection is ideal for all types of decking and raised patio applications, including high rise cantilever and pre-cast balconies, with designs dominated by the warmth and texture of real wood.<\/p>\n<p>The La Fabbrica collection is available in two options \u2013 Ca\u2019Foscari, which recreates the warmth and natural appearance of textured wood, and Yosemite, which boasts wood-like knots and veining.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a fantastic addition that makes one of the leading timber-alternative decking systems even better.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019d like to learn more about Synergised, or request a free sample, call <\/strong><strong>01708 398048 or visit <\/strong><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fhbrundle.co.uk\/\">www.fhbrundle.co.uk<\/a><\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2583,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2686","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.5 (Yoast SEO v27.5) - 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