Corten Steel: An Overview of Corten Products and Their Benefits

 Corten Steel, often known as weathering steel, was originally created for bridge and skyscraper building due to its amazing strength. It creates a protective, dramatic rust appearance when exposed to the weather, generating warm, rich textures that aren't often associated with metal. During the weathering process, a strong oxidation coating emerges due to Corten Steel's chemical makeup, safeguarding the blue steel inside. If this protective barrier is breached, it will simply develop a new skin to protect itself. Corten Steel is exceptionally durable and outperforms other steels in terms of resistance to atmospheric corrosion. It is a great choice for a rusty look that lasts a long time. This corrosion-resistant material comes in a number of designs and is available in a variety of accessories, including planters, walls and landscape edging.

LANDSCAPING IN CORTEN STEEL

Corten steel, often known as weathering steel, is commonly used in landscaping and outdoor construction. It is made of alloys that, when exposed to weather, make its surface to develop a self-protecting rust. The insulating patina prevents corrosion, does not require painting or weatherproofing, and does not weaken the structure. Corten steel is ideal for contemporary landscapes. The colour and texture complement acid washed concrete and rocks such as decomposed granite, and it serves as an excellent backdrop for grasses and matrix planting designs.

SCREENS MADE OF CORTEN STEEL

Corten Steel screens are natural in appearance, flexible in design for both indoor and outdoor use, and have a strong and bold patina, making them an excellent choice for any project requiring screening – whether it is decorative fence screens, privacy, balustrade, facades, or laser-cut garden screens.

When used in residential and commercial constructions, Corten steel looks stunning. Corten laser-cut screens may span bigger areas and, in some cases, be free standing in landscape projects, thanks to their hard-wearing sturdiness and high tensile strength.

For all Corten screen projects, JP can supply optional borders, anchoring points, bracketry, folding, welding, and installation services. JP design team can help you create a one-of-a-kind piece for your project, or you can choose from one of our regular ranges of screens or ornamental metal panels. Our design flexibility opens up a world of options.

 

WALLS MADE OF CORTEN STEEL

The JP Corten Wall is available in a range of sizes, each of which is ideal for filling any space in your garden! Within 6-9 months, the blue Corten steel will weather naturally, resulting in a rustic patina that will stand out against the bright colours of the flowers surrounding it.

BENEFITS:

• Making use of sloping ground. Retaining walls allow you to create flat regions among sloping hills. This is beneficial to both homeowners and farmers who own land in hilly areas.

• Assisting in the management of water runoff. Retaining walls strategically placed can deflect the flow of rainwater, protecting the soil from oversaturation and flooding.

• Because steel is one of the most easily recycled materials, a Corten steel retaining wall is an environmentally beneficial alternative.

• Steel retaining walls are much faster to install than reinforced concrete walls.

 • Corten walls are suited for all soil types.

• Steel retaining walls are load-bearing from the moment they are placed.

• There is no need to dig foundations when installing a steel wall.

• Corten walls are incredibly durable, strong, and require little upkeep.