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Materials

Stainless is what we build in. Bronze and corten are available when a project calls for them — here is how to choose honestly.

Stainless is our core

We build almost everything in stainless steel — 304 for most outdoor settings, 316 when salt, chlorine or constant water demand marine-grade corrosion resistance. Mirror polish, brushed and coloured finishes are all applied in our own shop.

When we offer alternatives

Bronze is available for statues, memorials and commissioned figures where warmth and a sense of human presence matter more than minimal maintenance. Corten (weathering steel) suits rugged public art where a self-protecting rust patina is the aesthetic.

Below, a straightforward comparison so you can choose with honest confidence.

At a Glance

Criterion
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Corten Steel
Coastal / pool
316 marine-grade
Not ideal
Rusts
High-traffic plaza
Mirror or brushed
Durable patina
Durable patina
Budget scale
Efficient large forms
Premium cost
Economical
Aesthetic
Clean, reflective, modern
Warm, traditional
Rustic, weathered
Maintenance
Wipe clean
Low
Self-protecting
Your Situation

Still Choosing a Material?

01Near the coast, or the piece touches pool or constant waterChoose 316 marine-grade stainlessIt resists salt and chlorine — no pitting, mirror stays bright for decades.
02Dry, inland site, and budget matters304 stainless is the smart spendSame great look and strength for most outdoor settings, at a better price.
03You want warmth and a human presence — a figure or memorialBronze is your materialWarm patina, traditional feel, and the most human character of the three.
04You want rugged, maintenance-free public artCorten weathering steelSelf-protecting rust patina, no paint, no upkeep — just longevity.

Not sure yet? Send your site details and we will recommend the right material — free, within 24h.

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Common Questions

What is the difference between 304 and 316 stainless?

316 adds molybdenum, which gives much better corrosion resistance in salt and chlorinated environments — ideal for coastal sites, pools and water features. 304 is a strong, cost-effective choice for most other outdoor settings.

How big can you fabricate?

We routinely build pieces from about 2 m up to 15 m in height. Everything is engineered for wind load and fabricated in modular sections that a crane can place.

Do mirror-polished surfaces stay clean outdoors?

Yes. Our outdoor mirror finishes are sealed against micro-pitting and simply need an occasional rinse with water to keep the reflection bright. Interior and low-traffic pieces require almost no upkeep.

When would you recommend bronze over stainless?

Bronze brings a warm, traditional, human presence that modern mirror-polished steel cannot. We recommend it for statues, memorials and commissioned figures where the warmth of the material matters more than low maintenance.

Not Sure Which Material Fits?

Send your site details and we will recommend the right material and finish — free, within 24h.

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