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UniCote LUX

Where art meets steel

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, it ensures not only superior performance in the harsh Australian environment but also a stunning patterned and textured finish.

Colours and Patterns

UniCote LUX Weathered Iron Digital Swatch
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Weathered Iron
UniCote LUX Corten Red Digital Swatch
TRENDING

Corten Red
UniCote LUX Ashwood Digital Swatch
TRENDING

Ashwood
UniCote LUX Midnight Matt Digital Swatch

Midnight Matt
UniCote LUX Maple Digital Swatch

Maple*
UniCote LUX Wenge Digital Swatch

Wenge*
UniCote LUX Zinc Graphite Digital Swatch

Zinc Graphite
UniCote LUX Silver Quartz Digital Swatch

Silver Quartz
UniCote LUX Saffiano Digital Swatch

Saffiano
UniCote LUX Metal Stone Digital Swatch

Metal Stone
UniCote LUX Spectrum Digital Swatch

Spectrum
UniCote LUX Pentagon Digital Swatch

Pentagon
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Tested for peace of mind.
Again and again.

UniCote® Steel’s performance testing is a testament to its unwavering commitment to quality and durability, instilling unwavering confidence in architects and homeowners alike. Rigorously tested beyond industry standards, it boasts exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and weather endurance, ensuring architectural visions will stand the test of time.

Homeowners can take comfort in knowing that UniCote® Steel guarantees safety, security, and long-lasting beauty, providing the peace of mind needed to turn houses into homes built to last. 

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FIRE RESISTANCE

Meets the requirements of AS/NZS 1530.3 Methods for Fire Tests on Building Materials.

SALT SPRAY

Meets the requirements of AS/NZS2728:2013 Sections 2.8 and 2.9.

SCRATCH RESISTANCE

No marking of paint surface when tested in accordance with AS 2331.4.7, with no less than 1.5kg weight applied to the test piece.

HUMIDITY RESISTANCE

Meets the requirements of AS/NZS2728:2013 Sections 2.8 and 2.9.

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 Section 2.6.1 and Appendix F.

QUV RESISTANCE (DURABILITY OF 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.

Technical, Warranty & Downloads

Behind all the beauty and performance is the meticulous technical detail that supports our strong warranty position. With our unwavering support and protection, you can proceed with absolute confidence, knowing that your vision is backed by a steel product that is engineered to excel in every aspect. 

Technical Information

Substrate

AM150.
Hot-dipped Zinc/Aluminium/Magnesium alloy coated steel coil. Alloy coating weight; 150gms/m²

Pre-treatment

Corrosion resistant chromate conversion coating.

Primer Coat

A flexible corrosion resistant primer. Nominal film thickness 7µms ± 1µms on the top side and 5µms ± 1µms (reverse).

Finish Coat

Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF). Nominal film thickness 35µms ± 8µms (pattern dependent).

Backing Coat

Grey wash coat. Nominal thickness is 5µms ± 1µms.

Protective Film

Products are supplied with an easily removed strippable protective film. This material has a relatively short life span when exposed to sunlight and weather. It should be removed either just before, or immediately after installation.

Warranty

UniCote® offers warranties of differing lengths on UniCote® LUX for residential, commercial and industrial buildings in ISO 1-3 environments, depending on whether the product will be used for roofing or cladding.

Warranty up to 25 years

Complete our online warranty form and receive a pre-approval warranty within 48 hours!

Apply for Warranty

Why UniCote® LUX

Superior performance with stunning patterned and textured finishes.

  • DISTINCTIVE DESIGN
  • HIGH-END SUBSTITUTE
  • UniCote strong warranties icon
    INDUSTRY LEADING WARRANTY
  • WORLD CLASS PAINT SYSTEM
  • unicote-fire-rated-non-combustible
    FIRE RATED (NON COMBUSTIBLE)
  • SUPERIOR CORROSION RESISTANCE
  • UniCote environmentally sustainable icon
    ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE
  • UniCote low maintenance icon
    LOW MAINTENANCE

Maximise your architectural creativity and go beyond simple building materials. Designed to suit Australian high-end architecture, UniCote® LUX offers a unique premium range of modern patterned and textured steel finishes.

Downloads

Data Sheet

UniCote® LUX Brochure

Building Professionals Brochure

Applications

Roofing

Garage Doors

Cladding

Insulated Panels

Sheds

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Case Studies

Fish Creek Residence

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Perched on the lush, rolling hills of Fish Creek, Victoria, the Hillside Residence stands as a beac…

UniCote LUX Corten Red Digital Swatch Corten Red

Latrobe Valley Gov Hub

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: The Latrobe Valley Gov Hub in Morwell stands as a beacon of innovation and community engagement. Th…

UniCote LUX Ashwood Digital Swatch Ashwood

Peter Teakle Wines

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Nestled in the stunning landscape of Boston Bay, Peter Teakle Wines is a testament to innovative ar…

UniCote LUX Ashwood Digital Swatch Ashwood

Wamuran Residence

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄: Situated in the serene, rural landscapes of Wamuran, Queensland, the Wamuran Residence stands as a …

UniCote LUX Midnight Matt Digital Swatch Midnight Matt
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Tell us about your project

Send us an email using the form or call us on
1800 UNICOTE (1800 864 268)

We can help you with:
– Choosing the right material for your location
– Discuss profiles suitable for your design
– Work with you on project budgets and estimates
– Identify local suppliers and
– Pre-approved warranties

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