Anyone who has experienced using brass can tell how malleable, strong, and durable it is. This metal is composed mainly of copper and zinc, but sometimes, a miniscule amount of tin and other metals like lead is added to improve its properties. The ratio of copper to tin varies depending on the metal’s intended purpose....Continue Reading
In a world where eco-friendly solutions are fast becoming the norm, reusing and recycling are among the ways to cut down on waste. While many concentrate on collecting plastic bottles, cartons, and newspapers, there is one item that is prized above the rest: metals.Continue Reading
Brass has a classy and elegant look that not many other alloys can come close to. Ever since its amazing properties were discovered, this metal has been used for various applications. Everything from coins to architecture, you’ll find traces of brass. This is mainly because apart from being strikingly appealing, brass is also durable and...Continue Reading
More and more people are starting to pick up the hobby of metalworking, creating backyard foundries that are capable of tackling a variety of projects. It isn’t uncommon to see enthusiasts crafting everyday items such as doorknobs or even medieval replicas like broadswords. What you might not see too often, however, are people engraving their...Continue Reading
Metals have come a long way from being made into weapons and hunting tools to being the very framework that holds cities together. Thanks to them, today’s buildings are much sturdier and safer. Unlike before when all structures were made entirely of wood and stones, modern-day structures are made of a combination of concrete and...Continue Reading
When copper was discovered some 10,000 years ago, its potentials were initially belittled, so much so that man decided to mix it with other metals, such as tin and zinc, in the hopes of creating much stronger metals. True enough, they were able to produce two of the most prominent metals of all time—bronze and...Continue Reading
Looking back through history, it is clear that boats before the 18th Century were made using oak. This was a good option back then because wood is very buoyant and allows for distant sea travel. The problem many sailors encounter with such a delicate material is shipworm, especially in the tropical seas. These wood-boring mollusks...Continue Reading
It’s common to see bronze metal sheet incorporated into home décor. After all, bronze pieces have a luster that stands out. Sadly, over time bronze’s luster fades as a result of exposure to moisture and air. A greenish and dull-looking layer develops on the metal’s surface.Continue Reading
Metal sheets made of copper, bronze, and brass have a lot of uses at home. They make wonderful decorative pieces and also have some functional uses. Plus, they are wonderful to look at, especially with their beautiful luster. Bronze sheets are very popular because of its color, but the problem is the weathering that causes...Continue Reading
