At bulthaup, the aluminum edging is bound to the carrier material in a continuous process on a machine developed specially for the task. The mechanical application process is precise, ensuring consistently high quality every time. This moisture-proof bond makes for a long-lasting union with the edge and combines form and function − it stops water and dirt from getting through. An anodized layer on the aluminum, far thicker than that used in conventional practices, ensures a more resistant surface hardness, protects against environmental influences and results in a surface that offers a long service life in exchange for minimal maintenance. This unique process used to apply the aluminum edging is further evidence of bulthaup's thorough attention to every single detail. Before launching this new technology, it was tested for more than two years.