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Published On - 5th April 2021

Emily Aluminium, blog, Corten, Galvanised, Steel

Which Metals Are Magnetic?

A magnet is an object or material that produces a magnetic field, a force which can attract some objects or materials and repel others. Magnets are used in a lot of important everyday engineering that we might not even notice; they’re in computers, headphones, credit cards, even life-sa...

Published On - 31st March 2021

Emily blog, DIY, Galvanised, Interior Design, Kitchen, Steel

How Metal Can Help You Make Your Home Tidy AND Stylish this Spring

It’s official, spring is here! The clocks have gone forward, the days are longer and it’s time to clean up and clear out your home. Whether you’re preparing for a return to the office or bracing yourself for more working from home, now is a great time to spruce up your space. One o...

Published On - 1st March 2021

Emily Aged Metals, Art, blog, Brass, Interior Design, Kitchen

What is Brass?

Everyone knows what brass looks like: it’s gold-coloured and used to make things like musical instruments and door-knockers. But what are the main benefits of working with brass? And how can you use it in your home? Brass is an alloy, which is a type of metal made by combining two different metall...

Published On - 26th February 2021

Emily blog, Corten, DIY, Galvanised, Garden, Steel

10 Great Lawn Edging Ideas

Finally, there’s a glimmer of spring in the air this week! Bright bulbs like crocuses, snowdrops and even daffodils are springing up in parks and on verges, bringing cheer to the end of a long and chilly winter. If you’re a keen gardener (or like many, you became one during the 2020 lock...

Published On - 11th February 2021

James Murray blog, SteelTags: carbon steel, mild steel, steel

What is Mild Steel?

Mild steel is a very popular product with a multitude of applications in construction, manufacturing, architecture, machinery, gardening and almost every walk of life. Mild steel is also referred to as carbon steel or plain steel. It is best known for strength, durability and being very usable in th...

Published On - 11th February 2021

James Murray blog, SteelTags: stainless steel, steel

What is Stainless Steel?

We see stainless steel everywhere. In hospitals, restaurants, our kitchen and in many products around the home. But what exactly is stainless steel? How is it made? What else should we know about it? What makes this steel stainless is chromium. Average composition of stainless steel includes around ...

Published On - 18th January 2021

Emily blog, Copper

What is Copper?

Copper is a member of a family of metals called ‘the red metals’ – and it’s easy to see why. You probably encounter copper every day, in everything from loose change in your pockets to the pipes that keep your home warm. But what are the main properties of copper? And how can...

Published On - 8th January 2021

James Murray blog, Corten, Galvanised

Corten vs Galvanised Steel

Photo by Ant Rozetsky on Unsplash What is the difference between galvanised steel and Corten steel? Both are strong, reliable metals that perform well in the outdoors, but what sets them apart from each other? And which of these tough steels is the right one for your project? Galvanised steel someti...

Published On - 8th December 2020

James Murray Aluminium, blog

What is Aluminium?

Aluminium is one of the most prevalent metals on the planet, making up around 1.59% of the earth and 8% of its core. It is the third most abundant chemical element we have, after only oxygen and silicone. It’s also all around us: drinks cans, kitchen foil, mobile phones and laptops can all be ...

galvanised plant pot with the text "Flowers & Garden" on the front

Published On - 10th November 2020

James Murray blog, Galvanised

What is Galvanised Steel?

Galvanised steel is one of the most widely-used metals in the world. Chances are you come across this metal almost every day, both inside and out. But what is the difference between galvanised steel and regular steel? And how can you tell? Photo by Bernard Hermant on Unsplash What Does Galvanised St...

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Which Metals Are Magnetic?

How Metal Can Help You Make Your Home Tidy AND Stylish this Spring

What is Brass?

10 Great Lawn Edging Ideas

What is Mild Steel?

What is Stainless Steel?

What is Copper?

Corten vs Galvanised Steel

What is Aluminium?

What is Galvanised Steel?

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