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Beyond black: steel windows get colourful

From bronze and brass to silver and nickel, everyone's favourite fenestration solutions are now available in three new metallic palettes

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No longer confined to black: Crittall's steel windows and doors are available in any RAL colour and can now also be specified in a range of new metallic finishes.
No longer confined to black: Crittall's steel windows and doors are available in any RAL colour and can now also be specified in a range of new metallic finishes.

Crittall Windows, synonymous with steel fenestration since 1849, is expanding its range of powder-coated finishes.

Working with the Dutch multinational AkzoNobel, the company has developed three new coating collections for its steel doors and windows: Natural Metal, Premium Metallic and Ultra Matt, each offering architects new creative possibilities.

For decades, steel-framed windows and doors have been a popular choice for architects keen to harness their slim sightlines, strength and classic aesthetic.

Crittall pioneered the powder coating of steel windows and doors and has been an AkzoNobel-approved applicator since 1976. 

While always admired for their elegance, they have also been stuck in a predictable palette of black and anthracite grey. 

Now advancements in finishing technology are giving specifiers the freedom to break away from the traditional monochrome look.

These finishes go beyond adding colour; they transform how steel interacts with its surroundings. A copper finish, for example, creates warm, shifting reflections throughout the day, while ultra-matt coatings absorb light for a striking, contemporary effect.

  • Crittall's new coatings include, clockwise from top left: Anodic Ice, Golden Beach, (plus original Black RAL 9005), Soft Champagne, Gold Pearl, and Anodic Bronze.
    Crittall's new coatings include, clockwise from top left: Anodic Ice, Golden Beach, (plus original Black RAL 9005), Soft Champagne, Gold Pearl, and Anodic Bronze.
  • A hint of blue: Crittall Homelight windows are hot-dip galvanised for durability and powder-coat painted for minimal maintenance.
    A hint of blue: Crittall Homelight windows are hot-dip galvanised for durability and powder-coat painted for minimal maintenance.
  • Crittall Corporate W20 window in RAL 7032, Pebble Grey,
    Crittall Corporate W20 window in RAL 7032, Pebble Grey,
  • Crittall Corporate W20 steel arched windows are finished in a Duralife polyester powder coat.
    Crittall Corporate W20 steel arched windows are finished in a Duralife polyester powder coat.
  • Crittall Homelight Plus Windows can be customised from a full range of colours, finishes, glazing, hardware and style options.
    Crittall Homelight Plus Windows can be customised from a full range of colours, finishes, glazing, hardware and style options.
  • Crittall black steel windows mimic the appearance of industrial architecture and will always offer architects and their clients timeless elegance.
    Crittall black steel windows mimic the appearance of industrial architecture and will always offer architects and their clients timeless elegance.
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While black will remain a staple for steel windows and doors, a broader palette allows architects more freedom to shape a space’s personality.

In the Premium Metallic range, bronze and brass add warmth and heritage, while silver and nickel create a sleek, modern edge. Whether it is the industrial charm of weathered iron or the luxury of burnished brass, these new finishes lift a project from standard to unique.

And embracing colour does not mean compromising durability. The latest powder coatings are engineered for longevity, resisting weathering while maintaining vibrancy. With full control of its manufacturing process, Crittall ensures every finish meets the highest standards of quality and resilience.

'The world’s most striking architecture results from pushing boundaries,' says Crittall managing director Russell Ager. 'Moving beyond black takes confidence, but the rewards can be significant. Now is the time to be bold, be creative and embrace the full spectrum of possibility.'

Crittall’s expanded range of steel finishes offers architects a powerful tool to bring personality, individuality and nuance to their projects.

For more information and technical support, visit crittall-windows.co.uk

Contact:
01376 530800
hq@crittall-windows.co.uk

 

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