Patina by American Fiber Cement Corporation

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WHAT IT IS:

American Fiber Cement Corporation (AFCC) manufacturers fiber cement cladding products that are sustainable and fully recyclable due to the nature of their raw, red-list free materials. The Patina Inline is one of their product lines that not only minimizes maintenance throughout its lifetime, but also attains a dimensional effect on buildings through carefully designed milled grooves. This product line has been designed to last with resilience against wear and tear, mold, and fungi. Environmental Product Declarations and Health Product Declarations are available for all product lines.

WHEN TO USE THIS:

This materials is typically budget-friendly and contributes to LEED credits such as Direct Contribution (Materials & Resources), Indirect Contribution (Indoor Environmental Quality), Thermal Comfort, and Energy and Atmosphere (Optimize Energy Performance), making it a viable option for projects pursuing LEED certification. When considering fiber cement on a project, choose AFCC which has taken steps to ensure their cladding is red-list free. 

 

LEARN MORE:

Visit https://www.americanfibercement.com/resources/product-sustainability/ to learn more about AFCC’s sustainability initiatives and browse their full product selection.