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We all know that steel is a versatile material and as such it’s made into a wide variety of products across a wide variety of applications. These include the construction, aerospace, and vehicle manufacturing industries and many more besides. However the term ‘steel’ covers a wide variety of metal alloys all with varying strengths and […]

Steel doors are becoming more and more popular with home owners because they offer increased protection at an affordable price. However if you’re still put off by the thought of having a heavy 24 gauge steel contraption as the entrance to your home, here are 5 interesting things that might persuade you to think otherwise. […]

Have you ever wondered just how steel goes from the initial raw product to the variety of items used in the building and construction industry? While it can be a relatively lengthy process, it can be broken down into 6 steps. With this in mind, let’s take a closer look. Step 1 – Iron-Making In […]

You probably don’t have to go far to find a stainless steel handrail. Whether it’s in your local shopping centre, on public transport, or in your home, the fact is that steel handrails have many benefits. Aside from the fact that steel is durable, yet malleable, there are many other benefits for investing in stainless […]

Two of the most popular materials used in sheet metal applications are aluminium and stainless steel. Although people often get them mixed up, they have many contrasting properties. As such, they’re generally used for different purposes. With this in mind, let’s take a closer look at the properties that makes aluminium significantly distinct from stainless […]

While steel beams are necessary and crucial in a wide variety of structures including residential and commercial buildings and bridges, you may not know that there are different types of steel beams. In truth any supporting structural item spanning an area can be classed as a ‘steel beam’ and here lies the confusion. However each […]

It’s fair to say that when you look around the majority of constructions contain PVC or vinyl guttering. More often than not, this is because of its low-cost nature and easy installation. For an eye catching finish to a property or building however, you might want to consider using stainless steel or galvanised guttering. What […]

Steel is now one of the most used materials in the world and not without good reason. It’s long-lasting, corrosion resistant, and durable and this makes it the perfect material for a wide variety of objects. From the buildings we’re working or living in to the seating we’re sitting on and even the laptop that […]

At Metro Steel one of the many services we offer is mezzanine floor construction and it comes as no surprise that it’s becoming more and more popular. Mezzanine floors add much needed space to buildings and/or properties where conventional extensions either aren’t possible because of technicalities or cost. In fact there are a wide variety […]