In the vibrant world of modern interior design and architecture, liquid metals are emerging as a new material with unlimited possibilities. It is a true metal coating composed of pure metal powder and a special binder, offering planners and designers unparalleled versatility.
Unlike cast or sheet metal, liquid metal coatings retain the valued appearance of molten metal, offering many more finishing possibilities, including oxidations. Their extraordinary adaptability stems from their unique nature: a thin layer from as little as 120 microns of liquid metal is sufficient to emulate the appearance of molten metal, with considerable weight loss of the artifact. This, not only improves logistical organization and transportation, but also expands the range of applications far beyond what traditional metals can achieve.
Liquid metals are distinguished by one outstanding feature: their ability to be applied to any surface, even the most unusual ones. From metal to wood, concrete to fiberglass, ABS to glass, etc.: any material can be transformed into a masterpiece thanks to liquid metal.
Here are some concrete examples of how liquid metals can be used to breathe new life into seemingly incompatible materials:
Fiberglass: fiberglass is a durable and versatile material that can be used as a canvas for liquid metal application. This makes it possible to create more complex shapes and figures than would be possible on other substrates. For example, for the creation of vertical panels for interior cladding with fine finishes with unique textures and materiality, with reduced weights and high design flexibility.
Ceramics: liquid metals enrich ceramics with novel textures and patinas, making it an even more valuable and versatile material. Metal applications are found on sculptures made of ceramics, to transform them into true metal castings.
Polystyrene: polystyrene is a lightweight and easy-to-process material that can be transformed into a unique and precious creation through the application of liquid metal. A large sculptural paneling finds its proper connotation in the three-dimensional workmanship of polystyrene, as do statues and sculptures, all of which are then coated with liquid metal manages to mislead the most attentive observer.
Papier-mâché: papier-mâché is a simple and accessible material that can be transformed into a work of art thanks to liquid metals. Primarily used for decorations and works of art, with our processes it finds a new connotation, from low-cost prototyping to the creation of unique paintings and sculptures, even of small and medium size.
Marbles and Stones: natural stones and stone agglomerates are increasingly included in design contexts, today they find new decorations with liquid metals, in order to create innovative surface finishes. One example is liquid metal stone inlays, or high sculptural thickness cladding, indispensable details in fine contexts.
Liquid metals are a magical material that can transform any surface into a masterpiece. From Styrofoam to paper mache, there is no limit to what can be created with this innovative material. Liquid metals are changing the way we think about design, and their potential is yet to be explored.
We are always available to evaluate and develop ideas and proposals for new finishes, surfaces and textures.
