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Things to know about the different types of Metal and Seat Covers

For more than ten years Gartenmetall® has been developing, planning, designing and manufacturing a huge range of innovative and creative metal objects for the garden and street furniture sector with great success. The basis for the production is the many years of experience in industrial sheet metal processing as well as an ultra-modern machine park with several laser cutting machines from the market leader TRUMPF, round bending machines, press brakes and test stations. Almost all production steps take place at the company's headquarters in Nuertingen, therefore we guarantee the highest precision for our metal objects and can also manufacture special orders for our customers. The materials used differ fundamentally in appearance, properties and care. What they have in common, however, is that they are all designed for durability and the material thickness and construction are such that the objects are not unnecessarily heavy, but are permanently stable. In addition, for presentation and coordination with the builders, we offer a sample folder in which all metal surfaces are summarized in sample size.

Information about the different types of metal and seat covers

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Material Metal

CORTEN STEEL - a versatile material

Why are metal objects made of Corten Steel in particular so popular? Due to its special alloy, corten steel forms its characteristic rust-red surface after only a short period of weathering. Between 1.5 and 3 years can pass before the final surface is formed. This weathered rust look is particularly effective for flat objects such as fountain troughs, planters, water bowls and privacy screens. In addition, Corten steel objects with their constantly changing surface blend harmoniously into a natural environment with plants, earth and stones.
Example metal surface: Corten Steel Corten Steel, also called weatherproof structural steel

Low maintenance

Another plus Metal objects for the garden  or the city of the typical rust-colored steel require little maintenance and are durable and insensitive under normal conditions. However, it is important that the objects are placed in such a way that waterlogging does not form, for example in a bed of grit or gravel. Objects that regularly come into contact with water, e.g. water bowls, should be allowed to dry out regularly - preferably overnight. Only then can the barrier layer that protects against rusting through form again. Only in the case of acid from bird droppings or dog urine, chloride contamination from road salt or in a sea climate and in environments containing sulfuric acid (acid rain) you must keep an eye on the objects and clean them regularly if necessary.
If you want to be absolutely sure that nothing happens to your high-quality metal garden objects, you can also seal them with ROST-PROTECT® rust protection. The colorless natural oil penetrates into the deepest pores and stabilizes the existing surface. You can find more information about ROST-PROTECT® here: ROST-PROTECT®. More about Corten Steel can be found here: >>> CORTEN STEEL

STAINLESS STEEL - noble material for high-quality optics

Gartenmetall® uses for its Metal objects for the garden the particularly high-quality and corrosion-resistant stainless steel with the material number 1.4404 (V4A). This has a high resistance to chlorides, acids and sulfur dioxide. Nevertheless, deposits should be removed regularly, as they could impair the corrosion resistance. We have the following products in our range for this purpose: STAINLESS STEEL CARE und STAINLESS STEEL LOTION.
As surface types, "Rotex-ground" surfaces have proved particularly suitable for garden objects. Due to the non-directional grinding, sunlight is refracted evenly and fingerprints are hardly visible. The most important advantage, however, is: scratches that occur during use or installation can be removed without complications.
You can find more information about stainless steel here: >>> STAINLESS STEEL
Example metal surface: Corten Steel Stainless steel with Rotex grinding

STAINLESS STEEL COLOR COATED - color for the garden and in the city

With colored Garden objects and Street furniture made of metal can set special accents in gardens, parks and squares. As a base material for our color-coated metal objects such as privacy screens, water features and plant troughs, we use the rustproof stainless steel V2A and coat the surface with high-quality textured paints. These are very insensitive to unevenness and dirt. When it comes to coloring, customers can choose their favorite color from the RAL or DB color scale. If a scratch should ever occur, then the damaged area can be quickly and easily painted over in the case of painted surfaces. An "emergency bottle" is included in the delivery as standard. Further information on color-coated surfaces can be found here:
>>> STAINLESS STEEL COLOR COATED
Example metal surface: Stainless Steel Color coated Color coated Stainless Steel

STEEL HOT-DIP GALVANIZED - Durability guaranteed

Hot-dip galvanizing is a cost-effective way to achieve a durable but purely technical surface. At the beginning, this is brightly shiny. Over time, it develops a patina as a result of corrosion and the appearance becomes darker and more matte. Important to know: The main purpose of hot-dip galvanizing is corrosion, i.e. rust protection. If objects are to meet high aesthetic requirements, then we do not recommend hot-dip galvanized surfaces.
You can find more information to Steel hot-dip galvanized here:
>>> STEEL HOT DIP GALVANIZED
Example metal surface: Steel, hot-dip galvanized Hot dip galvanized steel

Material Seat Covers

HARDWOOD - natural material with seal of quality

Hardwood is ideal for seat pads - due to its stability, machining properties, availability, natural look and, above all, insulating effect. We use only high quality 100% hardwood from certified suppliers from controlled forest management. You can find out more about wood properties and surface treatment here: >>> HARDWOOD
Seat cover hardwood as a support for benches and chests Hardwood for seat covers

METAL PLASTIC COATED - robust coverings for benches and chests

If you are looking for a particularly timeless and durable material for your seat covers, you will find it here: The base made of metal is thickly coated with a special plastic that comes from the automotive industry. The plastic coating is elastic, UV-stable, tear-resistant and thus particularly suitable for public spaces. For more information, click here:
>>> METAL PLASTIC COATED
Seat cover metal plastic coated as a support for benches and chests Metal with plastic cover for seat pads

THERMO ASH - heat-treated wood with dark coloring

Thermowood is the term used when wood has been heat-treated under special conditions. The wood, in our case ash, is first dried to 0% wood moisture and then heated to over 160°C for 24 to 48 hours in the absence of oxygen. This ensures that the wood becomes more robust against decay and, in addition to the initial chocolate-brown color, produces numerous other good properties. You can find out what these are here:
>>> THERMO ASH
Seat cover Thermo Ash as a support for benches and chests Thermo Ash for seat covers

RESYSTA® – ecological natural fiber compound

Seat covers for garden furniture made of the natural fiber compound RESYSTA® resemble natural tropical wood in look and feel. However, they are superior to their grown counterparts, even those of tropical origin, in almost every respect, for example in terms of graying and weather resistance - and thus durability. And: they are even cheaper than hardwood! Further information on the product, which consists of around 60% rice husks, can be found here: >>> RESYSTA®
RESYSTA seat cover as a support for benches and chests RESYSTA® for seat covers

KEBONY® - high quality real wood

KEBONY® is a certified pine wood (Pinus sylvestris) that achieves properties similar to tropical hardwoods through an environmentally friendly and patented treatment with bio-alcohol. It is ecologically harmless and very easy to maintain. Learn more about the novel wood: >>> KEBONY®
KEBONY seat cover as a support for benches and chests KEBONY® for seat covers