Oscura™ Blackened Steel Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
Environmental Product Declaration for Oscura Blackened Steel, including:
- Modules A1-A3
- Modules C1-C4
- Module D
Environmental Product Declaration for Oscura Blackened Steel, including:
Oscura Blackened Steel is a rich, blackened patina on steel developed for interior use. Activated steel surfaces create a mottled and artistic ambiance that varies from sheet to sheet. Developed as a finish for interior feature walls, lobbies, perforated metal features, and other design accents, Oscura creates a tapestry of black and gray hues that can complement a wide range of materials and colors.
For a period of two (2) years from the date of shipment (the “Warranty Period”), A. Zahner Co. (“Seller”) warrants that the Zahner Product(s) listed below (the “Product”) provided to the buyer hereunder (“Buyer”) will materially conform to the written product specifications provided by Seller at the time of shipment and will be free from defects in material and workmanship during the Warranty Period. Claims made under this limited warranty must be submitted to Seller in writing no later than two (2) years from the date of shipment.
ZAHNER warrants to Buyer that all materials furnished are new and that all Work by Seller is of good quality, free from faults and defects and in conformance with the Order. This limited warranty is subject to the conditions herein set forth and is effective from the date of shipment of materials provided as fulfillment of a purchase Order.
Download the Rhino material file, provided in RMTL format, for Oscura.
The Surfaces specification document covers all Zahner Surfaces materials.
The document includes the following:
Zahner Surfaces reflect decades of metallurgical innovation. Our expertise in chemical compounds and climatic impacts has led to superior patinated finishes that outperform paint and other alternatives. Besides adding artistry, our processes provide a protective barrier for the underlying metals
As stewards of the built environment, all Zahner material processes occur in our award-winning, EPA compliant facility. Zahner is dedicated to maintaining minimal impact on habitats and ensuring the health and safety of employees as well as the community at large.
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