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Wrought iron has been used in construction as early as 2000 BC and very commonly in the nineteenth century. As technology advanced in the twentieth century easier and less expensive alternatives took over and this method of blacksmithing lost its popularity and led to the end of wrought irons large scale commercial practice in the mid-seventies.

However, looking to the current day, the industry has had a resurgence and is as popular as ever. Nothing can compare to traditionally made wrought iron products and wrought iron doors, windows and balustrades are as popular as ever!

Wrought Iron is made up of mainly elemental iron and minimal amount, around 1-2%, of added slag and to make it true wrought iron product, the metal must go through a variety of different steps, processes and treatments.

Slag is the by-product of iron-ore smelting and generally consists of a combination of silicon, sulphur, phosphorus, and aluminum oxides. This slag is what makes wrought iron both corrosion-resistant and resistant to shock fatigue.

The metal is hot dip galvanised, which is the process of coating iron and steel with zinc which fuses with the surface when the metal is immersed in molten zinc and when exposed to the atmosphere, the pure zinc reacts with oxygen to form zinc oxide. In turn this reacts with carbon dioxide to create zinc carbonate.

Wrought iron is a highly malleable metal. This means that it can be heated, re-heated, and worked into all different shapes – the more wrought iron is worked the stronger it becomes. As it has less carbon than other metals like cast iron, it is a softer more ductile material (ductile is the ability to be made into a thin wire without losing strength). Wrought iron’s fibrous appearance is its key defining characteristic.

Bring Your Wrought IronProject to Life – Home or Business Premises

Wrought iron is an art form with an expansive history behind it. According to the history books, the earliest iron gates and fences, which denoted triumphs, power, and money, were built under the Roman Empire. Wrought iron gates from the Middle Ages, which are still present in many of Europe’s historic towns and cities, were employed for both security and ornamental functions.

In today’s modern homes and business premises, you can still find many wrought iron gates that mimic the designs available in the Victorian era, with plenty of gothic character and magical charm. These materials nonetheless offer a strong level of security while being substantially lighter than conventional iron gates.

Visit our Melbourne or Sydney showroom to see some beautiful examples of the wrought iron process! Debating whether to get wrought iron over steel products? Find out the difference here!

As Wrought Iron specialists, this is a question we get asked often when clients are considering a new project. Although both are made from the same raw materials – iron ore – there are significant differences in look, longevity, and security.

How Wrought Iron is Made

Wrought Iron is an alloy made up of iron and carbon that has been hot-dip galvanised and coated in an iron silicate called “slag”. This slag is what converts the chemical properties of the iron to develop a new metal and the hot-dip galvanising process is what prevents corrosion (rusting).

This process is what makes the metal malleable when heated (450 Celsius) allowing manufacturers to shape it as well as having tensile strength when at a regular temperature and giving it a well-defined finish.

We specialise in creating amazing custom made Wrought Iron products including entrance doors, door handles, security doors, balustrades and much more. We also offer bespoke finishes, just talk to the team and we can quote your project for you down to the last detail.

How Steel is Made

Steel is an alloy containing iron and carbon, with various impurities including manganese, sulphur, phosphorus, and silicon. The slug form of these impurities is removed during the manufacturing process and different alloying elements are added to achieve several types of steel depending on what you are using it for.

High carbon steel is ideal for cutting tools; aluminium steel has high tensile strength and smoothness; chromium steel has great hardness, strength and elasticity and is used mostly for automobile and airplane parts. Nickel steel is the most frequently used due to its strength and longevity – no brittleness.

Why should I choose Wrought Iron over steel?

Not only is wrought iron stronger and lasts longer than steel – it just looks so much better and is able to be fully customisable with the most intricate details!Wrought iron is a durable and cost-effective solution that requires little maintenance and will save you money over the course of its lifetime. For inspiration, check out our most recent projects and we know you will be inspired on your next wrought iron project!

Contact us now to see just how good Wrought Iron products can be!

Our Stock Doors change frequently !

Please Call the Office to see what Door size and designs are currently still available. We may have something to fit your current opening to purchase now so you don’t have to wait to get it Custom Made.

Office: (02) 9709 3988

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Our Stock Doors change frequently !

Please Call the Office to see what Door size and designs are currently available. We may have something to fit your current opening to purchase right now so you don’t have to wait to get it Custom Made.

Office: (03) 9330 1111

more images of stock coming soon…

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