From ‘LITEWOOD’ to ‘XTERIAL’: Realistic Wood-Grain Aluminium Louvers That Bring Warmth to Every Corner of the Home
Wood has been a timeless material in architecture for centuries—celebrated for its colors, textures, and grain patterns that naturally evoke a sense of warmth. Commonly found in flooring, walls, ceilings, stair details, and especially wooden louvers, this material plays a vital role in design.
FAMELINE once introduced its own version of wood-inspired louvers made from aluminium under the name ‘LITEWOOD’, and now reintroduces the product with a new name: ‘XTERIAL’—a blend of the words “Exterior” and “Material.”
This change reflects a renewed confidence in using aluminium louvers as an elegant, durable solution for outdoor applications. With true-to-life textures and colors, XTERIAL offers a compelling alternative to natural wood—while avoiding common issues such as moisture damage, warping, decay, and vulnerability to fire or pests like termites and beetles. These long-term risks can compromise not only aesthetics and strength, but also lead to frequent repair and maintenance costs.
Aluminium Louvers – Lightweight, Strong, and Highly Versatile:
Although today’s market offers many alternatives to natural wood—like wood-textured fiber cement, coated steel, WPC (Wood Plastic Composite), and synthetic PVC—XTERIAL from FAMELINE stands out for its superior aluminium-based construction, making it one of the most complete wood-louver substitutes available.
Its advantages begin with its light weight: just 4.54 kg/m² (based on a 12×25 mm profile), or roughly 0.23 kg per meter in length. This reduces the structural load significantly. Available in widths of 50, 100, and 150 mm, with thicknesses of 0.5 and 0.7 mm, the aluminium material is highly durable, weather-resistant, wind-resistant, and non-combustible.
XTERIAL also uses a Snap Lock system for screwless installation, and panels of varying sizes can be mounted together using a single clip (Multi-Panel).
Aluminium Louvers – Coated with Coil Coating Technology – Long-Lasting Color for Any Climate:
Beyond strength and durability, surface finish plays a crucial role in maintaining a beautiful appearance over time. XTERIAL aluminium louvers from FAMELINE use advanced Coil Coating technology—a continuous, high-precision color-coating process applied while the metal is still in coil form, before it is shaped. This method ensures consistent color quality and excellent adhesion.
With HDPE-grade coatings (High-Density Polyethylene), XTERIAL provides outstanding resistance to UV rays, humidity, acid rain, salt air, and chemical corrosion. It also supports a variety of surface finishes, including matte, gloss, and realistic wood grain textures.
Available Colors for XTERIAL Aluminium Louvers
Realistic Wood Tones:
- Mahogany
- Walnut
- Thai Teak
- Beech
- Golden Teak
Classic Solid Shades:
- White
- Silver
- Metallic Dark Grey
- Black
These versatile color options allow you to create customized aluminium louver designs to suit different styles and project requirements.
It is ideal for building façades, sunshades, awnings, feature walls, or ceilings. Every component is pre-finished in the factory, which reduces on-site painting time and makes installation faster and more convenient.
With a 10-year color warranty, XTERIAL reduces long-term maintenance and replacement costs—making it a wise investment for designs that demand materials that are both beautiful and built to last, supporting a more sustainable design mindset.
Aluminium Louvers – Wood-Like Beauty for Sustainable Modern Living:
XTERIAL aluminium louvers from FAMELINE push the boundaries of traditional louver design with increased flexibility, a broader color palette, and enhanced coating technology for longevity in any climate. These louvers complement any architectural style—from Modern and Minimalist to Tropical and Scandinavian—with their clean lines and warm, dimensional presence.
When used on building façades, XTERIAL provides privacy and natural ventilation while filtering sunlight and heat. It can also be installed as a walkway canopy or ceiling feature, cleverly hiding mechanical systems while promoting airflow between panels. This natural integration makes XTERIAL suitable for new builds or renovations, especially in outdoor spaces facing increasingly extreme weather.
With its lightweight aluminium build and ease of installation, XTERIAL reduces the burden on existing structures while offering architects more creative freedom. The natural wood-like finish continues to be a timeless favorite, offering warmth and comfort across residential designs.
From here on, the trust once placed in ‘LITEWOOD’ evolves into the greater confidence in ‘XTERIAL’—bringing superior beauty and durability to modern living spaces through innovative aluminium louver design.
You can find more product information here:
XTERIAL Aluminium Decorative Louver: https://online.anyflip.com/wbgdd/zzsc/
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