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Corten Steel (also known as weathering steel) is a special steel originally developed for bridge building and skyscraper construction due to its incredible strength. It develops a protective, striking rust appearance on exposure to the weather, creating warm rich textures not always associated with metal.

When you first receive your Corten Steel products they will arrive in an un-weathered or partly weathered condition. Once placed outside the weathering process will begin. This process takes several months and Corten Steel has a reactive patina period from 3 to 9 months depending on location and climate. The patina or rust acts as a protective barrier, not penetrating or compromising the structural integrity of the material. During the weathering process the Corten Steel produces carbon run off or staining to adjacent materials such as stone or concrete. To reduce this possible staining, all Corten Steel products are supplied with small feet, lifting the product and preventing direct contact with the flooring material. After the initial reactive period Corten Steel will cure and self-seal with little to no carbon runoff.

The colouration of each item will vary as the weathering process takes place, eventually producing a rusty brown patina. Due to the chemical composition of Corten Steel, a very dense oxidisation layer is formed during the weathering process which protects the blue steel inside. If this protective barrier is comprised, it will simply form a new skin to protect itself. Corten Steel is extremely durable and has a far higher resistance to atmospheric corrosion than other steels, which is why it is ideal for use in fire-pits, planters and water features.