15 years ago

just wondering about the long term look of this fence.... would it rust? I love it!

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DIVOLL LESLIE INC ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

12 years ago

Steel, iron, and aluminum products may be galvanized; that is, coated with zinc to form a zinc oxide barrier to corrosion of the substrate metal. Zinc can be applied at different thicknesses for more or less protection. Thickness is reflected in the price. Care must be taken in handling to avoid scratching the galvanized finish. Field cuts and drill holes require treatment with zinc-containing paint to repair the anti-corrosive barrier. In highly corrosive environments (seashore, air pollution, in-ground, chemical contact, subject to physical abrasion) galvanization can eventually erode away, exposing the substrate metal to oxidation (rust).

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bepsf
15 years ago
If you select Galvanized metal for your project , it won't oxidize.
DIVOLL LESLIE INC ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
14 years ago
Actually ... new galvanized panels will oxidize and form the hard, uniform matt surface that you see in the photo, if outdoors. When first installed the galvanized metal panels have a shiny new mill finish that reminds me of huge fish scales. How long it takes to develop the oxidized patina depends on climate and exposure to weather.
Caroline
14 years ago
How did you install this? I have a neighbors white vinyl wall and I'd love to put this over it
Amy Turon
14 years ago
last modified: 14 years ago
You can also get rid of the shiny waxy coating by wiping new galvanised metal down with (from memory) methelated spirits.
(I know this because its nessecary to either do this or buy a special primer if you're painting over the galvanaised metal because the paint wont adhere properly otherwise!)
Steve Mcmahon_grace
14 years ago
I totally need to do this. What's the cost breakdown vs. wood? I have a fence that is in process of falling down. It is a delight...
Amy Turon
14 years ago
That conpletely depends on what steel prices are like where you live - call a local steel supplier or hardware store and find out!
passamante
13 years ago
What's the name of the framing wood ?
What's holding it for support ? Don't see any posts.
Kimberly Kirkland McBride
12 years ago
its not steel, steel would rust. Its galvanized corrugated sheets, buy at Home Depot
jaceymae
11 years ago
Yes, galvanized corrugated sheets will discolor, rust and generally lose their coating with time. People actually pay more for metal that is distressed looking, so if that's the look you are going for, you will get it in time, or can hurry it up by spraying it with muriatic or other acid.
HU-994743463
5 years ago
I recently finished patching up our barn roof thats made of the same material, and I wondered if I could replace my large, rotting wooden fence as durably but cheaper using this material? (At least a fence build won’t be 20’ up)! I love the way it weathers over time too.