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Characteristics
Corten steel has an orange-brown colour, the result of a natural rust layer. Another name for corten steel is weathering steel: weather conditions have a positive effect on this material.
Corten steel is a metal alloy made by adding copper, phosphorus, silicon, nickel and chromium to iron. When exposed to air, the material forms a protective layer of rust. This natural coating prevents further corrosion, so the pedestals will last for many years.
SPECIFICATIONS:
5-year guarantee.
Load-bearing capacity of up to 150 kg.
Includes hardwood seat.
Corten steel benches are hard-wearing, weather-resistant, low-maintenance and durable.
The corten steel has a standard thickness of 2 mm.
Products are delivered without rust. The corten steel rusting process takes about 4-5 months, depending on weather conditions.
The rust can be fixed by applying Owatrol. This is a penetrating rust inhibitor that forms a protective anti-rust coating. Owatrol protects the pedestal and stops the rust on corten steel flaking off.
Key points of interest:
Products should be unpacked immediately upon receipt to release any moisture trapped inside the packaging. If the product is left in its packaging, it may develop uneven rust patches.
We do not recommend using corten steel within 2 km of a coastline.
The weathering process may cause rust run-off.
The guarantee expires if you drill or grind in a way that is not specified.
All hardwoods turn grey when exposed to UV radiation, rain and wind. The eventual colour partly depends on the initial colour.
Wood is a natural product which shrinks or expands depending on temperature and moisture content. Regular oiling helps to stabilise the moisture content and limits shrinking and swelling.
Use stainless-steel screws. Like almost all woods, hardwood reacts when it comes into contact with iron. This can cause significant discolouration, which can look like mould.
Clean annually by hosing off dirt with clean tap water.