With what materials should an aluminium profile never come into contact?
• Metals- Aluminium should under no circumstances come into direct contact with metals such as copper, lead or steel. Where required a plastic sheet is to be applied between both materials, preventing any possible rust from the other metal affecting the aluminium. Contact between aluminium and stainless steel is no problem. • Wood- Some wood varieties produce an acid that can affect metals; for contact with wood it is best to apply a protective sheet. Wood treatment products can contain substances that are harmful to aluminium, which also requires a protective layer. • Limestone and cement – If aluminium comes into contact with limestone or cement products, they should be immediately removed. If not, white stains will form even on anodised surfaces. In order to prevent this kind of damage, Reynaers Reynaprotect developed a tape that protects aluminium profiles during storage, transport and on the building site.
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