There are many general advantages to using the powder coating process over conventional paints. For instance it contains no solvents so is kinder to the environment; overspray can be reused; it doesn’t run and it provides a tougher coating. There are though, a few distinct advantages for using powder coating on hand-forged ironmongery.
The mild steel […]
Architecturally, Georgian refers to the period roughly between 1780 and 1820 and overlaps with the earlier Palladian style and the later Regency. It also includes neo-classical elements and the influences of the “Grand Tour” around Europe often undertaken at the time. The architect Robert Adam was one whose work was was greatly influenced by The […]
Hinges come in various sizes and patterns, each with a different use. They are invariably described by the shape they most closely resemble a very helpful thing to remember when ordering although it has to be remembered, each blacksmith will probably have his own designs! The most common forms of hand-forged hinges produced by English […]
Traditional hand-forged nails feature a gently tapering shank with four sharp edges. When driven into timber they part the fibres without splitting them, allowing the fibres to close back around the nail, producing a very fast fixing, four edges allowing a much greater grip through increased friction. Additionally, as hand forged iron is very ductile, […]