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There’s no doubt you’ve heard about the ‘sustainability factor’ of steel but what exactly is that and what does it mean? In this day and age one of the hottest topics is the protection of the planet and a major buzz word to come out of this is ‘sustainability’. Everything from the food we eat […]

Aside from the fact that steel gives strength and durability to a building that no other types of material can, its flexibility means that radical designs can be realised, where it may not have been possible using other products. In addition the demand for environmentally friendly but cost effective builds, plays right into the hands […]

When metal is exposed to elements such as moisture, oxidation, salt spray, plus an array of environmental and industrial chemicals, it can and will corrode. Even stainless steel (which is pretty resilient to stains and corrosion) can and will rust eventually. With this in mind, in order to prolong the life of any metal, particularly […]

Chances are if your home comes with an outside deck the framework is probably wood. Even if it’s made from a synthetic material, the underlying supported framework is still likely to be pressure treated wood. Let’s face it, pressure treated wood is in plentiful supply and it’s cheap. However it can be unpredictable. Most wood […]

You probably know that structural steel is used in many businesses, but did you know that it’s also used across many industries too? Why? Because of its heavy duty qualities. Structural steel is not only durable but extremely versatile too, which makes it so popular. Most handrails are made from structural steel and having read […]

Here at Metro Steel we’re huge fans of motor sport and as such we know the importance of a quality roll cage. It needs to be super strong, yet flexible enough to bend and weld where necessary. For this reason most custom cage makers and fabricators will use one of two types of steel, both […]

From fridges to bridges you don’t have to look very far to see the flexibility of stainless steel in design. Perhaps one of the most commonly used areas for structural steel is in construction. So why do architects and designers choose it? Let’s take a closer look… Aesthetic appeal There’s no getting away from the […]

You don’t have to look very far to come across steel. It’s used in a wide variety of industries from manufacturing and construction to design. In fact even the computer I’m writing this post on contains around 25% steel. To celebrate this much loved material and to have a bit of fun, here are ten […]

You may be wondering whether to choose steel or aluminum for your fencing or gates, after all both are highly durable materials. However, there are certain pros and cons for each, which make aluminium or steel better suited to certain premises. Let’s take a look. Steel Fencing and Gates Steel is a great choice for […]