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Corten Steel - Benefits & Rusting Capabilities

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Corten Steel - Benefits & Rusting Capabilities What is Corten Steel? Corten steel commonly known as weathering steel, is highly resistant to rusting and pitting when exposed to the elements. In order to preserve itself, this steel forms an oxide coating. Corten steel is extremely durable and resistant to a wide range of corrosions. It's ideal for demanding tasks like bridge construction because of its superior efficiency and long service life but also because it comes at a far lower cost. Some silicon, nickel, chromium, phosphorus, and copper will also be added. What Makes up Corten Steel? Carbon, c – 0.15% Silicon, Si – 0.25 – 0.75% Manganese, Mn – 0.02 – 0.50% Phosphorus, P – 0.07 – 0.15% Sulf...

Corten Steel Planter

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 Corten Steel Planter Corten Steel Planter Why Should You Use Corten Planters? Each planter made of  Corten Steel  is guaranteed to last longer than beds made of wood, plastic, fiberglass, or concrete. Even though they may cost more than other materials, they are a great investment because they last much longer — at least decades, and some  Corten Steel  has been used for 100 years! Plastics end up in the soil over time, and wood breaks down. Fiberglass doesn’t have the same strength. Wood is often the material of choice for raised beds, but it will cost more in the long run than Corten steel because it will break down more quickly. So, people looking for a nice planter or raised bed might want to choose Corten steel planter boxes instead. Using a kit made of Corten steel is cheaper than putting together a custom planter out of wood, which is another big project. There’s no need to cut, sand, or use heavy equipment. A  Corten steel planter  is easy to ...