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Since corten steel expanded its use beyond the production of train cars to structural uses and external and internal building finishes, the choice for this material has been increasing, due to its striking aesthetic appeal and also to the material's physical and cost-effective qualities.
But do you know what advantages corten steel has? In addition to explaining what this material is and why its use is worthwhile, we have selected numerous ideas on how to apply corten steel for you to get inspired and transform your home!
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Corten steel, as it is known, is actually a patinable steel, which has a naturally oxidized finish, initially used to build railroad cars due to its corrosion resistance characteristics.
Its high aesthetic content, later recognized by architects and engineers, broadened its use for interior and exterior structures and claddings. Today there are numerous other methods of obtaining the appearance of corten steel, but applying it in another way, through porcelain tiles, paintings, and MDF.
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Corten steel is a material that has been gaining space because of its many advantages:
Advantages
- It is very resistant to corrosion;
- It has a quick and easy installation;
- It has low maintenance requirements;
- It has high mechanical resistance;
- It has high durability;
- It is 100% recyclable;
- As it is used in its natural state, without any specific treatment, it has a very low environmental impact.
But as everything is not 100% perfect, corten steel also has some disadvantages, requiring extra care in specific situations.
Disadvantages
- Under very high humidity conditions, the corrosion rate can change, becoming the same as for carbon steel;
- In addition, paint is recommended for corten steel used in locations that experience salt spray.
Very interesting how much the use of this material is worth, isn't it? Check out below how many possibilities there are for the use of corten steel, from the sheet metal itself to the use of other means, such as painting, MDF, and coating.
70 inspired uses of Corten steel
How about giving your home a new look and transforming its environments? There are endless ways to bring corten steel into your home, so check out our selection and get inspired!
1. corten steel has been widely used in homes today
2. the facades get a new charm
3. and the barbecue grill can have this look through the use of porcelain tiles
4. the application of this material can be more discreet, in plant pots
5. but are also widely used in structures
The entrance doors gain a special charm with the application of corten steel
And the metal sheets can be laser-perforated, creating a super-delicate and beautiful panel!
8. corten steel porcelain tile gives a refined touch
9. and filleted frames can also be made of corten steel
10. external walls are a great choice for this amazing material
11. that can also be used without any problem in environments such as the bathroom
12. painted steel gives this shelf a special touch
13. and the facade of the houses look amazing with this material!
14. corten steel painting can be a detail in the kitchen
15. or it can become a protagonist in the environment
16. where even the furniture can look like this
17. corten steel has a unique appearance
18. and its non-corrosive character allows outdoor use without requiring much maintenance
19. and even the laser-cut panels are a charm
20. corten steel can be a detail of the environment
21. and also be part of the entire leisure area without being too flashy
22. the countertop of the American kitchen can receive this finish
23. or even all the cabinets
24. corten steel cladding has become the darling of gourmet areas
25. and has replaced ordinary steel in the application of pergolas
26. due to its great resistance and easy installation
27. in addition to the low maintenance requirement, which allows the material to have several types of models
28. modern window frames go very well with this material
29. and even the railings go with this material
30. corten steel has a modern face
31. and brings style to your home
32. even the sink countertops can be made of corten steel through the sculptured porcelain tile countertop
33. but structures with this material never go out of fashion
34. the entire facade of the house can use and abuse this material
35. and the kitchen furniture becomes the highlight
36. even the internal divisions, when well designed, go very well with the material
37 - The washbasin becomes sophisticated when you combine the china and metals with this coating
38. and painted steel on furniture can give that different touch to your living room
39. at the barbecue, corten steel can contrast with the rest of the environment
40. how about your front door being visually striking?
41. corten steel imitation lining is indicated to replace the material in the barbecue area
42. and the corten steel painting looks great as a bed headboard
43. cortem steel contrasts very well with the plants you have at home
44 - And it is charming when the steel joins the wall with the lining
45 The living room becomes sophisticated when it has a highlight wall in corten steel
46. and the pergola contrasting with the white wall is a great choice
47. as with the barbecue, for the fireplace the ideal is the use of
48. lighting is also very important to value the material
49. and combines with metallic materials
50. just like in this kitchen!
51: Look how original this house becomes with the use of corten!
52. and the mix of coatings can also work
53 The corten door inserted in the black wall is very modern
54 - And the pergola can have several formats with this material
55. stairs can be made completely of corten steel
56. and the material contrasts very well with stones
57 How about the bookcase in the living room with that corten steel look?
58. or even a composition of pieces working with a TV panel
59. the same composition of pieces goes well on the highlight wall
60. amazing mandala!
61 And who says that several colors and materials together can't work?
62 - Look how they match!
63. even the pool deck can have this corten finish
64. and the perforated panel allows ventilation and illumination of the internal environment
65 In addition, the pergola can be covered with glass, to provide light, but the environment will not suffer from the rain
66. corten steel looks beautiful embedded in nature
67. natural lighting adds a lot of value to the material
And it is very interesting because there are several shades of steel
69 And because it is a resistant material, pergolas are free to have larger or smaller spans
70. the most important thing is to enhance the material with the right lighting
Have you seen how almost everything can have the application of corten steel, be it the sheet metal itself, or coatings, paintings, and MDF that have its visual characteristic?
This material is very resistant and versatile, and its proper application can renew your surroundings, giving your home more emphasis and life!
