Which type of railing is best?
Stainless Steel is the better material of preference for glass railing systems, but the huge differences in kinds of steel could be surprising. This really is things you need to know for determining the most effective material for the next custom railing system project.
In the style and manufacture of stainless steel railing systems, three forms of steel dominate:
Carbon steel
Grade 304 stainless steel
Grade 316 stainless steel
Whether you choose carbon or stainless steel for a railing system, you must take your application and total cost of ownership under consideration before deciding the material to be properly used, combined with the following factors:
The surroundings in which the railing system will be placed,
The total amount of traffic the railing is expected to bear,
Expected maintenance level,
Project budget and so on.
Carbon stainless railing system
Advantages: rugged, durable, lower prices.
Best for: indoor railing systems
Maintenance: the outer lining should really be protected with paints and other materials
Carbon steel contains around 2% carbon and is hard and strong. It is the most affordable of the three main steels used in railing systems and is best suited for indoor use with minimal contact with environmental contaminants.
However, unlike metal, carbon steel includes a low corrosion resistance, which means a protective layer is required. The most popular way of protection is powder coating, which prevents corrosion and is available in many different colors.
Although carbon steel is a cheap option, it will require regular maintenance to help keep it in optimal condition. The maintenance of the carbon steel railing system includes frequent checks for overall wear, and exposure of bare carbon steel surface should really be avoided which could, without proper maintenance, rust and corrode rapidly. Poor maintenance of carbon steel railing systems can cause costly repairs or repaints, and thus must be avoided if the budget is adequate.
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