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Normally when we see a color applied to a surface it is for cosmetic purposes. The construction and furnishing materials of the world don’t predominantly come in white, for instance. They are painted or coated with something white because that’s a kind of neutral color that looks clean and goes with everything.
Then you look at the steel frame of a building and it is red. What’s that all about? Isn’t steel kind of gray (hence the description of things as a steel-gray sky etc. Or it might be stainless steel, which is shiny and almost chrome-like because it is an alloy containing a small amount of chromium, and it takes on some of that glamorous metal’s visual splendor.
But red iron steel buildings? Is red iron a thing? Something that comes out of a smelting plant in this striking hue?
No, it’s not. The red surface is a red oxide primer, a kind of coating that prepares a surface for painting, and it is used on steel to give an element of protection, resistance to corrosion and rust. That means that red iron steel buildings are extra durable and even more dependable than plain steel.
Red oxide is a pretty resourceful character because it also helps against fire damage. So, if you see red iron steel buildings for sale, they are not designed to attract people who happen to like the color, but for discerning individuals who want every advantage they can find in the structure of their building.
Iron oxide is not fantastically expensive, although it does have a cost implication that will add a little to the initial bill. However, if you are looking at your building in the long term, having a red iron steel building can save money on maintenance, which is a consideration that will become accountant-friendly over a period of time.
We at Atlantic Steel Structures offer red iron steel options in all the styles of building we create. You will find them in warehouses and agricultural barns, factories, airplane hangars, residential units and even places of worship (because we have successfully built some of those for religious organizations and they serve the purpose admirably).
Perhaps red iron steel buildings are more common in the commercial and industrial worlds than they are in residential applications, but it is entirely up to the client. If you want the very best framework that provides additional advantages over other steel buildings, you may have to prepare yourself to answer the questions we have covered here, but once the virtues of red iron steel buildings are explained to staff, customers or whoever else uses the building, people are generally glad to know that this extra step has been taken.
Of course, the red primer doesn’t have to be the visible coating. As a primer, it is designed to be a base coat and other kinds of primer are used on other materials, such as wood, to improve adhesion, helping the paint to stick to the surface. It may be useful to think of red oxide paint on steel in the same way as a preservative on wood, which can give it a green tinge. Once you know what it is there for, it makes sense and can be seen as a good idea.
The construction business is a world unto itself, and most people don’t come across it very often in their life, so there is a lot to learn and understand, particularly if you have an enquiring mind and like to know in some detail what industry professionals are doing with your money.
If you have a project in mind and are interested in the idea of a steel building but wonder whether a red iron steel building is an even better idea, please call us or fill in the online enquiry form and we’ll get back to you. We have worked in a wide variety of fields with clients who take a great interest in our construction methods, and we would be more than happy to answer your questions to help you arrive at the ideal plan for your building.
Our designers will put their minds to your project with its unique requirements, because we are confident we can build something that is perfect for you; we just need to know your particular needs and any reservations you may have, so you can share our confidence.
As the leading metal building company, we ship direct from factory, which means that we provide the very best pricing in the industry for all types of projects – from residential, to commercial, agricultural, and more.
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