In 2020, the global consumption of aluminum was estimated to be 65.2 metric tons. It is the second most widely used metallic metal in the earth’s crust following silicon. We incorporate aluminum in just about everything we use– that includes anything from transportation and appliances to packaging and window frames.
Window Treatments
As much as aluminum is incorporated into just about anything we can touch. As you may have anticipated, it’s used for window treatments. A couple of great examples, TWO Weatherwell Elite shutters.
Home Decor
Recycling aluminum to repurpose takes 5% of the energy needed to produce new aluminum. If you decide to decorate your home with bits and pieces of aluminum scattered throughout to add a touch of something different, you can feel a little better about the use of aluminum in your home. That is if the company you purchase from uses recycled commodities and natural materials.
Aluminum is used in tables, chairs, picture frames, lamps, decorative wall panels, as well it can also be used in more stylish pieces like the very chic tic tac toe game board in the photo below. The sleek appearance of aluminum balances out the weight of other decor pieces regardless of the theme desired ranges from high tech to classical.
Architectural Design
Aluminum weighs about a third of what steel does and it offers similar strength and durability. This is why it is so widely used in shutter systems for homes in hurricane-prone areas. The beauty of using aluminum is that it can be used creatively as well as structurally. For example, aluminum can create an elegant, contemporary-modern ambiance in the home if used as the frame for a staircase with a glass railing. This gorgeous example below highlights how a touch of aluminum can add to the overall sleek and graceful design of the interior of a home.
