Ideas & Advice

Global reliance on single use products, especially those made of plastic, is causing widespread devastation and pollution to marine life and spends an eternity in landfill- this disposable consumerism comes at a cost- here are some practical ideas to replace single use plastics with metal and other sustainable products to reduce your carbon footprint.

The antimicrobial properties of copper and alloys containing copper can fight the war on viruses, bacterial infection, yeasts, fungal infections, and other pathogens- read on to find out more about how copper can save lives.

At metals4U, we’re passionate about metal and its many uses. One of the most romantic applications is in the crafting of engagement and wedding rings, which inspired us to learn more about the history of this tradition. In the UK alone, we perf

Calling all Student Sculptors... Entries are now closed for our fourth metals4U Student Sculptors Competition. Winner to be announced on Monday 13th April 2020 Are you an enthusiastic sculptor? Or maybe you have always fancied being creati

New research conducted by metals4U uncovered some of the key trends and stats relating to the issue of metal theft across England and Wales. The study showed that 16,552 incidents of metal theft were recorded across England and Wales in 2018, up

'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.

Bronze is an alloy comprising primarily of copper and about 12% tin. Other metals such as zinc, manganese, nickel, or aluminium are also commonly added to produce a range of alloys that are much harder than unalloyed copper. Other non-metals, or metalloids as they are also known, such as arsenic, phosphorus or silicon may also be added to create alloys with added benefits such as increased stiffness, ductility, or improved machinability. Bronze is non-magnetic.

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.

metals4U stock electrical grade C101 copper and the non-electrical C106 grade in a selection of profiles suitable for a wide range of projects and applications.