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Published On - 25th January 2023

Emily Aged Metals, Architecture, blog, Corten, DIY, Interior Design, Kitchen, Steel

Gorgeous Corten Steel Interior Design Ideas

Corten steel is commonly used in architecture and gardens because of its exceptional resistance to the elements, but increasingly it’s appearing in interior design. The vivid, textural finish of this distinctive metal looks at home in rooms with an industrial or rustic theme. From stylish kitc...

Published On - 1st August 2022

Emily Aged Metals, Art, blog, DIY, Galvanised, Interior Design, Kitchen, Steel

Galvanised Steel Interior Design Ideas – Magnetic Boards and More

With its excellent durability and resistance to rust, galvanised steel is one of the most popular sheet metals for use in the outdoors. That doesn’t mean it has to be used in the outdoors, though. Galvanised steel boasts a unique, matte grey finish that can be the perfect accompaniment to mode...

corten steel used used as panels in a modern garden design

Published On - 31st May 2022

Emily blog, Corten, DIY, Garden

Amazing Small Garden Ideas

If you love gardening, chances are you’ve found yourself idly scrolling through Instagram or Google images looking for inspiration for your own outdoor space. Sometimes, it can feel like all the gorgeous gardens on the internet are bigger than yours, boasting sweeping lawns, separate patios an...

Published On - 22nd March 2022

Emily Architecture, Art, blog, Corten, DIY, Garden, Steel

Inspiring Corten Steel Garden Ideas

Spring is here, and for many that means time for a garden update. We could write all day about the benefits of Corten steel in the garden: its rustic good looks, its durability, its versatility. But the best way to show how great this metal megastar is is with rich images. Here are some of...

Published On - 2nd March 2022

Emily Aluminium, blog, DIY, Galvanised, Garden, Steel

What is Powder Coating?

Powder coating is a method of adding colour and protection to metal that has far greater staying power than paint. Rather than liquid paint, a dry powder is sprayed on to metal using compressed air and an electrostatic gun. The powder sticks to the surface of the metal because of an electrical charg...

Published On - 29th December 2021

Emily blog, DIY, Steel

How to Cut Thin-Gauge Steel

At Buy Metal Online, our free cutting service means you can order exactly the amount of sheet metal you need for the job. But we know that in some cases, such as when working on smaller-scale craft projects, you may need to cut your metal again at home. So, what’s the best way to slice...

Published On - 24th December 2021

Emily Architecture, blog, Corten, DIY, Garden, Steel

10 Covetable Corten Steel Houses

There are plenty of reasons why Corten steel cladding is a great choice for houses. As well as its striking, rust-coloured looks, this unique metal is incredibly durable when pitted against the elements. The rust colour is a result of oxidisation, which happens when the metal is exposed to moisture....

Published On - 30th November 2021

Emily Architecture, blog, Corten, DIY, Garden, Interior Design

Inspiring Corten Cabins and Sheds

Buy Metal Online customer Dan Cooper recently clad his two garden sheds in our gorgeous Corten steel (below). This was a smart move, not only because Dan’s sheds went on to win our #MadeWithMetal competition, but because Corten looks great and lasts a long time. Forget worrying about maintaini...

Published On - 29th November 2021

Emily Aluminium, blog, Brass, Brass, Copper, DIY, Steel

What is Annealing?

Annealing is a special heat treatment aimed at making metals easier to work with. By changing the properties of a metal, annealing makes it less hard and more ductile (softer and simpler to manipulate). Although annealing usually happens on a large scale using machinery, there are other examples. Wh...

Published On - 20th October 2021

Emily Aged Metals, blog, Copper, Corten, DIY, Galvanised, Garden, Steel

What to Plant for a Colourful Garden in Autumn and Winter

Autumn doesn’t have to signal the end of colour in your garden or on your balcony: far from it. Choose the right plants for your borders or planters and you can enjoy vibrant flowers and foliage on even the darkest of winter days. Here’s our pick of what to plant now to keep your garde...

Gorgeous Corten Steel Interior Design Ideas

Galvanised Steel Interior Design Ideas – Magnetic Boards and More

Amazing Small Garden Ideas

Inspiring Corten Steel Garden Ideas

What is Powder Coating?

How to Cut Thin-Gauge Steel

10 Covetable Corten Steel Houses

Inspiring Corten Cabins and Sheds

What is Annealing?

What to Plant for a Colourful Garden in Autumn and Winter

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