Colorcoat-Online - Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Corus has over 40 years experience with the Colorcoat® brand, developing and manufacturing pre-finished steel products and services for the construction industry. Through this, we have developed considerable metal envelope expertise and knowledge and one of the ways we make this available to the market is through the Colorcoat Connection® helpline. The FAQs included here reflect some of the most common enquiries relating to Building in its Environment we receive.

Appearance and Colour FAQs

Q.		What are the differences between the metallic colours available from Corus in Colorcoat Prisma® and Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra, and in Colorcoat® PVDF?
Q.		I want a specific colour on my building – can I get this in Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra?
Q.		How can I get the nearest RAL or BS colour references for Colorcoat® products?

Sustainability FAQs

Q.		Are there any CFCs or HCFCs in Colorcoat® products such as Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra and Colorcoat Prisma®?
Q.		What life-time can I expect from my Colorcoat® building?

Appearance and Colour FAQs

Q.		What are the differences between the metallic colours available from Corus in Colorcoat Prisma® and Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra, and in Colorcoat® PVDF?
A.		The metallic of Colorcoat Prisma® and Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra give a far ‘sparklier’ effect than metallic PVDF which is in part a result of their thick topcoat. The topcoat adds to the robustness of Colorcoat Prisma® and Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra and, coupled with the Galvalloy substrate, allows Corus to offer the full Confidex® Guarantee on Colorcoat Prisma® and Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra. PVDF is generally not guaranteed and is limited to two standard shades. Colorcoat Prisma® is available in a range of 16 colours designed to reflect current architectural trends, and Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra is available in the two most popular metallic shades.
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Q.		I want a specific colour on my building – can I get this in Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra?
A.		The Repertoire® service makes Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra available in a virtually unlimited range of colours so that an exact match can be found.
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Q.		How can I get the nearest RAL or BS colour references for Colorcoat® products?
A.		Most Colorcoat® products are produced in specially developed colours, so are not exact matches to RAL or British Standard references. However, through a thorough understanding of colour referencing systems, Corus is able to give the closest matches for all colours and advise on all aspects of colour-matching. To ensure the closest possible match for ancillary components, it is always best to use actual metal samples available from the Colorcoat Connection® helpline. In addition Repertoire® colour matching service is available for Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra and Colorcoat Prisma®.
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Sustainability FAQs

Q.		Are there any CFCs or HCFCs in Colorcoat® products such as Colorcoat HPS200® Ultra and Colorcoat Prisma®?
A.		There are no CFCs or HCFCs in any Colorcoat® products.
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Q.		What life-time can I expect from my Colorcoat® building?
A.		With best practice and the appropriate maintenance programme, Colorcoat® products will last in excess of 60 years. Many factors can affect the overall life and will influence the choice of coating specification. Such factors include location, climate, building purpose, colour, and building design. Corus can provide a clear indication of the durability of all Colorcoat® products.
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