What is vitreous enamel?
Vitreous enamel is a glassy inorganic coating bonded to metal by fusions at + 800°C.
The coating is created by grinding and mixing enamel frits (glass frits), colour pigments and additifs, which is then applied to the steel surface and fired between 750 and 850 °C. The powder melts, fuses and then hardens to a smooth, durable vitreous coating.
Why choose vitreous enamel?
Water- and corrosion proof
Waterproof and resistant to liquids, with an absorption level of zero.
Resistant to temperature changes
Stays unaffected and distorsion-free from -60 °C up to + 450°C.
Non-Flammable
Does not burn in contact with fire nor does it emit smoke or toxic
substances.
UV and weather resistant
Being 100% UV resistant, its colors remain intact when being exposed to sunlight or other extreme weather conditions.
Chemical and acid resistant
The surface does not get affected by environmental or chemical attacks.
High scratch and shock resistance
Its hard surface gives vitreous enamel a high impact, scratch and
abrasion resistance.
Graffiti Resistant
Graffiti does not hold on a vitreous enamel surface, which makes it easy
to maintain.
Easy to clean
Resistant to any kind of chemical cleaning agent
such as bleach or ammonia (with the exception of descaler).
Ultra-Hygienic
The surface does not give off any harmful substances and is totally suitable for contact with food.
Steel Specifications
Max Steel thickness: 3mm
Max enamelling size: up to 2500 x 1250 mm
(larger sizes are to be discussed)
Colors
Emaillerie Belge has developed over 1800 color possibilities.
Almost all RAL and PANTONE COATED colours are possible, as well as + 800 custom color developments.
Textures & Side Finishes
Emaillerie Belgie offers a wide variety of textures and finishes to suit all kinds of projects. Among them, the following selections are used most frequently:
Textures: Glossy, Matte, Crackled, Gradient, Transparent, HP, Terrazzo
Side finishes: Flat, bevelled, single or fully flanged.