ARCHITECTURAL ANODIZING FOR SPECIFIERS

Yes. NIA anodizes architectural aluminum to AAMA 611 Class I and Class II standards, the specification architects and specifiers use for anodized building components. Our ISO 9001-certified process tests coating thickness, gloss, seal, and shade on every run, so finishes meet spec and stay consistent across the project.

Anodizing can support projects pursuing LEED credits. It contains no VOCs or heavy metals, needs little maintenance, and can last the full life of a building, which reduces replacement and waste. Eligibility depends on your project’s requirements, so talk to our team early in the specification process.

Clear, black, and bronze/champagne are the most commonly specified architectural finishes, and custom color matching is available. Our primary line anodizes extrusions, curtain wall components, and panels up to 27.5 feet in a single run, so color stays consistent from end to end.

Anodizing isn’t a coating that sits on top of the metal. It converts the aluminum surface into a durable oxide layer that becomes part of the metal itself, so it won’t peel or flake like paint. It also needs little maintenance and contains no VOCs, which makes it a long-lasting choice for exterior building components.