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{{widget type="Magento\Cms\Block\Widget\Block" template="widget/static_block/default.phtml" block_id="blog-guide-styling"}} Print this page Download PDF Aluminium is the backbone of modern metalwork, prized for its lightweight yet incredib

Working with metal can be a difficult task, and it is important to treat your materials appropriately to ensure they maintain the properties you require. There are a number of different treatments all with specific applications but today we are focus

Powder coating is a popular and aesthetically pleasing surface treatment to improve the corrosion resistance properties of a base metal while giving it a good coat of durable and vibrant colour, read on to find out more about powder coating...

Steel is one of the most commonly used metals in the commercial and home metal workshop. Steel is chosen for its strength, versatility, ease of use, and durability. But just how is steel made? Read on to find out more.

Aluminium is one of the most widely used metals in industry, manufacturing, construction, and the home workshop. Its versatility makes it perfect for a wide range of common (and not so common) uses. Read on to find out more.

'Buffing' and 'polish' are terms that are often used interchangeably, this can lead to uncertainty for both the experienced and inexperienced fabricator. There are also a wide range of different finishes available which can lead to further confusion. To help clear up any misunderstandings, here is a brief overview of various terms you may come across and a brief explanation of each one.

metals4U stock an extensive range of aluminium products in a wide choice of grades and profiles. The grades we stock are 6082, 6082 T6, 6063, 1050A-H14, 5754-H111 and EN AW-5449A which are available in the following profile presentations;

metals4U stock a wide range of brass profiles for use in the home or commercial workshop, we also stock a comprehensive range of brass handrails and fittings ready for immediate use. We supply CZ108, CZ121, CZ126 and CZ130 grades of brass, and all our stock conforms to the relevant industry standards and specifications.

metals4U are proud to stock a fully comprehensive and sensibly priced range of mild steel products. The grades we stock are; Grade A Corten, EN24T, EN8, S275JR, EN3B, rebar 500B, EN1A, A142, A193, A252 and galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461. We also stock BS4 T45 specification Carbon-manganese steel that conforms to BS5T100/S600 tube stock standards and requirements.