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Fascinating facts about welding
Fascinating facts about welding In the USA, April is National Welding Month. In tribute to our welding friends across the pond and to the unsung, hardworking welders here in the UK, today we’re going to shine a light on this fascinating fabrication process. ...
What is steel fabrication?
What is steel fabrication? Metal fabrication is the transformation of a piece of metal into a functional shape. Any industry that uses metal will rely on steel fabricators to create usable and serviceable steel components and structures – for example the automobile,...
Five key benefits of wrought iron gates
Five key benefits of wrought iron gates Wrought iron possesses a timeless quality. This versatile metal – an iron alloy with a very low carbon content – has been used all over the world since ancient times to make weapons, build cities, decorate buildings and furnish...
What is a balustrade?
What is a balustrade? You may well have heard of the term 'balustrade', but what exactly is it? Well, the simple answer is that it's just a fancy word for a railing or handrail on a fence, a balcony or a staircase. When choosing a balustrade, there are a few things to...
Choosing and fitting a balustrade for your decking
Choosing and fitting a balustrade for your decking With people spending so much time at home since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been a huge spike in customers looking for decking for their outside area. Many of our customers come to us because...
Why a steel staircase is a better choice than concrete
Why a steel staircase is a better choice than concrete Whether you’re considering a new staircase for a domestic or a commercial property, it’s an important decision and one of the most important things you’ll need to decide upon is what material it will be made from....
Five popular staircase styles you’ll love
Five popular staircase styles you’ll love Whether renovating an old property or building a new one from scratch, there can be no doubt that the type of staircase you choose to install can make or break the look and feel of the building! It’s essential to put some...
A room with a view – why glass balconies are an essential feature of a luxury property
Why glass balconies are an essential feature of a luxury property Picture the scene: you come home from a long day at work to the place that you lovingly call home. You pour yourself a large G&T, before heading out onto the balcony to kick back, take in the...
What type of gate is best for your property?
What type of gate is best for your property? The three main types of gates are wrought iron, wooden and automated. In this article, we’ll help you choose which type of gate is the best choice for you. Wrought iron gates A wrought-iron gate is by far the...
What is steel fabrication and when is it used?
What is happens in the process of steel fabrication? You have a stunning steel gate, balcony, or staircase… but have you ever wondered how it was made? Steel fabrication is when a piece of steel is transformed into a fully functional product. It’s a fine art form,...