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Still, iron was the first material to let people build truly tall buildings. The Eiffel Tower, for instance, is actually built out of wrought iron. Wrought iron is strong, but also inconsistent and prone to flaws that are impossible to detect until a particular piece fails catastrophically. This is something that happened regularly throughout the nineteenth century, causing factories to collapse on the heads of the workers below and trains to derail or fall into rivers when the bridges they crossed collapsed. Steel, in comparison, is much more consistent, and as soon as people figured out how to make it in large quantities they began using it for everything. In fact, when people say “wrought iron” in reference to fencing, what they are probably referring to is steel fencing that looks like wrought iron. The confusion might also come from the fact that steel is really just iron worked at higher temperatures to ensure an even distribution of carbon.

Note: When choosing the right ball post cap size for your building needs, the hole size refers to the outside size of your material.  For example, if you are using 2” square material for your project, you would choose the 2” hole size, so it will slip over top.

This method features a channel designed to fit a nut or bolt head firmly between the flats.

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Wrought iron fencing, for example, is made from solid wrought iron. It’s tough and durable yet prone to rusting and requires maintenance. Although it’s often very ornate in appearance, it’s also heavy and can be harder to install.

This cleat may have a few barbs on each side, cutting into the aluminum to create a friction fit. Alternatively, you can add screws to fix the cleat in position.

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This is regarded as the easiest and fastest way to fix different aluminum profiles.

Maintaining decorative wrought iron fence panels is relatively simple. A regular cleaning with a mild detergent and water is usually all that is needed to keep the panels looking their best. Additionally, a coat of rust-resistant paint or sealant can help protect the panels from the elements and prolong their lifespan.

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