Lead
Lead profiles from a world leading supplier
Using self-adhesive lead strip manufactured by world leader Regalead. This product is designed to simulate traditional style windows for modern high performance glazing. We stock natural silver and coated antique colours. Lead profiles are available in 6mm, 9mm and 12mm with other sizes and colours available to order.
Designs available with lead
Lead is often used in diamond and rectangle designs that can be lined through a set of windows. Other designs are available as below.
Diamond
Rectangle
Cleveland
Hanover
Jacobean
Northumberland
Queen Anne
Queen Caroline
Stuart
Westmoreland
Windsor
Lead deposits and dulling
Natural silver lead is a raw metal alloy that will oxidize when it comes into contact with the atmosphere. The initial mirror finish gradually dulls down to form a natural grey patina. During this process, the lead may look discoloured with various colours appearing on the surface. Excess rainfall can cause spotting or white powdery deposits to form.
The deposits can be wiped away but avoid polishing as this will mean the process will start again! Eventually the dull grey patina will develop. The time this will take is variable and dependant on weather, location, and other atmospheric conditions local to the installation.
