Terracotta

This timeless façade finish has proven long-term durability. 

Its A1 fire rating complies with new regulations for buildings over 18m high.

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A2O have worked on numerous buildings using Terracotta tiles as a built-up, ventilated rainscreen system or mounted onto a composite carrier panel. 

Technical considerations include: accommodation of movement in the backing structure without putting stress on the terracotta tiles; design for good drainage and accurate detailing of interfaces with other systems – usually PPC aluminium.

A2O worked with supply chain partner NBK at Winchester Sports & Leisure Complex to design and install optical terracotta baguettes supported from a Curtain Wall system.

ARGETON

Manufactured in Germany by Wienerberger Corporation, and distributed in the UK by A2O supply chain partner Taylor Maxwell, Argeton is a precision product with a very robust support system.

EH SMITH

UK-based EH Smith supply the Keratwin Terracotta Façade system. A2O incorporated multi colours of Keratwin supported off a CLT structure for our client Morgan Sindall at Wintringham Primary Academy.

NBK

At the top end of the market, A2O supply chain partner NBK have been manufacturing unique terracotta facades since 1927. Their products are suited to high-end buildings that require a unique and distinctive finish.

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