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One of the most critical aspects of any sheet metal fabrication process is the materials selection. The reason is that it can affect both the overall cost of the project and the design integrity. Although selecting the right materials for your project can seem overwhelming it doesn’t have to be, provided you keep in mind […]

Once a metal product has been fabricated it might need to be painted. There are two ways of achieving this. This first one is by using liquid metal paint (the same type that you buy from any DIY store) and the second one is powder coating. Liquid paint is usually applied by means of a […]

In various guises the word ‘custom’ means a common standard or practice, or a conventional way of doing things. However when ‘custom’ is applied to the metal fabrication industry, the opposite is implied. Instead customised metal fabrication means something bespoke and unique to the client’s needs. Whether this is a singular one-off piece, or a […]

Among the materials that go to make stainless steel, nickel is arguably the most significant. Without it, stainless steel wouldn’t be…well… stainless, as the added inclusion of nickel gives it it’s corrosion resistance abilities particularly at high temperatures. With this in mind, at Metro Steel we thought it was about time we brought this under-rated […]

It could be argued that steel is the framework of our society and many of us depend on it in order to live our modern-day lives. From the cutlery that we use to eat our food to the houses that we live in, and even the laptop that I happen to be typing this article […]

Installing a stainless steel staircase in your office or home is not only a great way to add a touch of contemporary design and individuality to a room or space, but it’s also incredibly durable meaning that it should last for many years to come. When steel stairs are used on the outside of buildings […]

The term ‘metal finishing’ is a word used to describe the numerous ways to treat the exterior of metal by adding a thin layer of component to its existing surface. In doing so, it creates a number of advantages depending upon the process and treatment used. These include: Increased durability Enhanced decorative appeal Better protection […]

It’s true that industrial styling is a finish that’s most definitely in and what’s more if done right it can give your home a real wow factor. Homes with bold metal structural elements, cafes with an industrial edge, and offices with the emphasis on less is more offer an exciting cutting-edge finish that’s about as […]

One of the services we provide our customers is supplying mezzanine floors and the feedback we receive is that people can’t imagine how they ever managed before. For many years businesses with cramped storage space or insufficient office space have been solving the problem with a mezzanine floor. When you consider how easy and cost […]

Arguably there’s nothing more stylish than a decorative wrought iron entry door for your property, especially when it’s one you’ve had created yourself. With this in mind, it’s understandable that you’d want to keep it looking like new. The good news is that when it comes to care tips, they’re probably less time consuming than […]