Wrought Iron Fence Builder - Frisco, Texas
What Is A Wrought Iron Fence?A wrought iron fence, as the name suggests, is made out of wrought iron: an iron alloy that is somewhat similar to steel due to the minimal carbon quantity in its structure. This low carbon content makes wrought iron material with top-notch weld-ability, an attribute that welders and fence-makers have leveraged over the years to make really creative fence designs and shapes. It is important to note- however- that in the modern era, the term 'wrought iron fence' is also used to refer to steel fencing that has been machine-worked to resemble antique/ genuine wrought iron fences. This is more so because wrought iron crafts have become more expensive to produce over the years due to the need for the material to be hand-worked/ wrought into the desired shape, rather than machine-worked.
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Will Wrought Iron Rust?
Yes. Wrought iron does rust, but the high carbon content accords the material a slightly higher degree of rust-resistance when compared to cast iron or steel. This means that fences made out of this material rust at a relatively slow rate. What's more, the aged luster on rusty wrought iron fences/gates has a unique visual appeal, convincing most homeowners to leave them that way for a rustic feel. Still, proper maintenance of your wrought iron fence will ensure rust prevention. Using the best paint for wrought iron, can help in preventing rust on your fence. Another way of ensuring this is through periodic checks for rust spots on your fence. If you notice these, it is recommended that you use a rust removal product. Alternatively, one could utilize readily available rust-removal products at home, such as baking soda and vinegar. When wrought iron fences are accorded the necessary rust-control maintenance, they tend to last about an entire lifetime.
Advantages of Wrought Iron Fences and Gates
Wrought iron fencing, as with most of the other types of metal fencing, is very durable and requires minimal maintenance- repainting is only necessary once every three years while washing needs only be done once or twice every year. In addition, rust control for wrought iron is simpler, as detailed in the previous section.
When compared to other common types of fencing material such as wood, wrought iron is more durable. It also has the capability to withstand high physical impact, for instance, if a vehicle loses control and slams into the fence. The same cannot be said of a wooden or vinyl fence.
Since wrought iron is highly malleable and elastic and can be hand worked into multiple shapes and design patterns, fences, and gates made from this material are some of the most sought-after outdoor pieces for those looking to build on their homes' curb appeal.
Wrought iron fences and gates can be combined with plant hedges for some truly beautiful landscaping. The strong, durable material accords a perfect border structure for your home's privacy plants.
It is not uncommon for home owners to have a wrought iron pool fence. Not only does this type of fence provide security around the pool, but it looks nice, elegant and adds value.
When compared to other common types of fencing material such as wood, wrought iron is more durable. It also has the capability to withstand high physical impact, for instance, if a vehicle loses control and slams into the fence. The same cannot be said of a wooden or vinyl fence.
Since wrought iron is highly malleable and elastic and can be hand worked into multiple shapes and design patterns, fences, and gates made from this material are some of the most sought-after outdoor pieces for those looking to build on their homes' curb appeal.
Wrought iron fences and gates can be combined with plant hedges for some truly beautiful landscaping. The strong, durable material accords a perfect border structure for your home's privacy plants.
It is not uncommon for home owners to have a wrought iron pool fence. Not only does this type of fence provide security around the pool, but it looks nice, elegant and adds value.
We would love to provide you with a free quote for all of your wrought iron fence needs. We can build brand new fences around your property, as well as perform wrought iron fence repairs. Give us a call today.