ways with weathering steel Tag
01 Mar Weathered Steel in Residential Projects
Did you know the use of metal is trending in residential projects? According to Metal Architecture, “metal building components are developing an increasingly strong foothold in residential design.” The article explains that architects are “turning to metal to make design statements, transcend vernacular architectures, deliver...
14 Dec Weathering Steel Interior Applications
Weathering steels are a family of ASTM specifications and several trademarked specifications that exhibit similar corrosion-resistant properties. These corrosion resistant properties along with other practical benefits make weathering steel suitable for many outdoor applications, such as bridge construction, landscape and garden design and roofing and...
16 Nov Weathering Steel Applications for Parks, Trails and Greenways
The aesthetic-appeal and practical benefits of weathering steel make it a great material for garden design and landscaping. For similar reasons, weathering steel is commonly used throughout parks, trails and greenways. When exposed to outdoor elements, corten-equivalent weathering steel offers several advantages over other metals, such...
11 Nov Central Steel Service Featured in Metal Architecture
Did you see Central Steel Service in Metal Architecture’s November issue? Metal Architecture shared the story behind rebuilding our office building with weathering steel. After a fire destroyed our original office building, our goal was to utilize the weathering steel we distribute to reconstruct our office...
19 Oct Project Spotlight: Pepper Place in Birmingham, AL
While many know Birmingham, Alabama as the “Magic City” for its rapid growth from 1881 through 1920, the city is also known as “Steel City” because much of its wealth and identity was built in the steel and iron industry. It’s only fitting that steel, particularly...
13 Aug Corten Curb Appeal
The curb appeal of your home or commercial property refers to the attractiveness of its exterior. It’s the first impression that your property makes on an outsider. Enhancing curb appeal creates an inviting entrance to your home or property that everyone can marvel at, including...
02 Jun Weathering Steel FAQs
Are weathering steel and cor-ten the same thing? Can weathering steel be painted? How long does it take for the patina to form? These are just a few of the questions about weathering steel we often receive. From its properties to best practices, learn more about weathering...
06 Jan 6 Ways to Use Weathering Steel in 2020
The atmospheric corrosion resistance of weathering steel enable it to be used unpainted in many structural and architectural applications, such as bridges and open-frame buildings. However, there are several lesser-known ways to use weathering steel and take advantage of its strength, durability and corrosion-resistant properties as well as its aesthetically-appealing appearance.- 1
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