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Sep 26, 2022 - 09:48 AM
Do you use Corten Steel and are they 1/4" thick?
Knowledge is power, and we encourage our customers to ask questions. Don't fall for some of these marketing buzzwords that some of these manufacturers throw around. Here's a quick history lesson: Corten steel is a type of steel that is known to oxidize and weather, and is most often used in outdoor construction. Corten is a trademarked blend of steel alloys, which was developed and patented by US Steel in the 1930’s. Known for its corrosion resistance and tensile strength, it became a popular product for outdoor projects in the 1960’s. The proprietary composition is only available from US Steel in strip-mill plate and sheet form. Corten is not a product that is available to the public, and anybody who claims that their products are made of Corten are most likely unaware of what their products are made of or is intentionally misleading customers by using a buzzword associated with a specific brand of steel. When manufacturers claims they have Corten steel, it is most likely not. Closest comparable alternatives included the following grades: A606 Type 4, A588, or A847. These forms of steel exhibit excellent corrosion resistance by developing an oxide barrier over the underlying metal which further slows down future corrosion.
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