When looking for metal fencing you will often see the term galvanised referring to the finish of the metal, but what does it mean? The process of galvanizing involves applying a protective zinc coating to steel or iron.
One of the most widely used methods of protecting metals from corrosion, galvanising is are often used for construction materials. The process provides protection for metal exposed to atmospheric conditions.
Why select a galvanised finish?
Metal, which is exposed to the elements, will corrode much quicker than protected metals. Galvanising offers significantly greater benefits than paint or any other coating system making it the best solution for corrosion protection. The unique nature of the galvanizing process provides a tough and abrasion resistant coating and a long, maintenance-free lifespan. Galvanised Steel is a cost effective alternative to using materials such as stainless steel or aluminium.
How galvanising works?
To prevent iron and steel rusting you need to stop oxygen or water reaching the surface of the metal. So oiling, painting or plating can all do this. The reason galvanising is the preferred method however is because in addition to the zinc coating providing a barrier the zinc acts as a sacrificial metal. This sacrificial protection is the process where zinc is kept near the metal surface so that zinc corrodes instead of metal.
Galvanised metal applications
As you can see thats why railing specialist Fencing Superstore offer a galvanised finish on all of there fencing and gates. All of the products available on there online store offer corrosion prevention and low maintenance.
Take a look at https://fencingsuperstore.co.uk/ for more information.