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Is the ornamental iron at Superior Ornamental Supply actually wrought iron?
The term "wrought iron" is widely used in the trade as a general descriptor for ornamental ironwork, though most modern components are fabricated from mild steel, which is stronger and more workable than true historical wrought iron. Cast iron is used for...
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Do ornamental iron components rust?
Steel and cast iron components will rust if left unprotected. For outdoor use, all components should be primed and painted or powder coated after assembly. Rust-inhibiting oil-based primer followed by a quality oil-based or powder coat topcoat is the stan...
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What finish do ornamental iron components come in?
Most ornamental iron components are supplied in raw mill finish steel for field finishing by the fabricator. Some cast iron components may have a black lacquer or wax coating. Contact us to confirm finish options for specific items. All components can be ...
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