COR-TEN & Self-Weathering Steel
COR-TEN or self-weathering steel eliminates the need for painting or sealing your metal signage. After years of natural weathering this product will oxidize and develop a natural rusted appearance that inhibits further corrosion of the metal.
Not only is Corten durable and visually interesting, but it is also self-healing as any damage or marks will slowly disappear over time.
For aesthetic reasons, sometimes we pre-age this product with a variety of techniques prior to installation.
Benefits of self-weathering steel:
- Minimal life cycle cost and ongoing maintenance (close to zero maintenance which is both environmentally and budget friendly)
- Can allow for quicker production since no paint is required
- High strength material
- Can be welded and cut to almost any shape
- Rust will not decrease the structural strength of the steel
Self-weathering steel may not be right for every project, which is why we also offer faux finishing in order to achieve this aesthetic on a variety of other substrates.