Building with Aluminium

As the industry moves toward cleaner, greener manufacturing, lower carbon aluminium options are becoming more accessible. DECO is product to procure Capral’s LoCal® Green lower carbon aluminium which is produced using renewable energy and generates up to 50% fewer carbon emissions than standard virgin aluminium—helping reduce the embodied carbon of your project without compromising on quality.

Aluminium is infinitely recyclable. At the end of its use, it can be remelted and reused with just a fraction of the energy required to produce new aluminium. In fact, according to the International Aluminium Institute, over 75% of all aluminium ever produced is still in use today, making it one of the most circular materials in the building industry.

Powder-coated aluminium requires no painting, staining, or chemical glues, eliminating harmful Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) often associated with timber and composite alternatives. This makes aluminium a cleaner, safer material for both indoor and outdoor applications, supporting better air quality and occupant wellbeing.

Aluminium’s inherent strength and resistance to corrosion give it a long service life with minimal maintenance. Unlike organic materials, it won’t warp, rot, or degrade over time—reducing replacement cycles and material waste throughout a building’s lifespan.

Aluminium is non-combustible, offering enhanced safety in high-risk or bushfire-prone areas. Solid aluminium products won’t ignite, burn or contribute to flame spread, making them a smart and secure option for façades, cladding and other external applications.

Whether you’re designing a sustainable home, specifying for a commercial project, or building with longevity in mind, aluminium supports your environmental goals. Choosing aluminium means choosing lower emissions, less waste, greater durability, and a safer built environment—today and into the future.