Galvanised sheet metal

Galvanised sheet metal is very much undervalued byHere at Metaloffcuts, as specialist providers in both
all but the experienced user. It is in fact an incrediblythe domestic and commercial markets, can supply
tough product, durable and far easier to paint thanand/or cut to size galvanised sheet metal up to
most, if not all other, sheet metal.2000mm x 1000mm in thicknesses from 0.8 to
Treated galvanised sheet metal for example is used3.0mm in a spangled finish. Spangle is created when
extensively in outdoor applications, predominantly asmolten zinc attaches itself to the steel sheet after it
protection for an area from our rather unpleasantis cooled below the melting point of zinc.
English weather.This zinc-alloy surface is moderately rough increases
The galvanising actually protects the steel againstits acceptance of paint. It is also very user friendly
corrosion by creating a protective barrier.where welding may be required.
Once treated, galvanised sheet metal, because of itsThe ability of galvanised sheet metal to readily
relative stiffness in comparison to some of theaccept paint makes it a very good choice for use in
softer metals, becomes a little more difficult to shapethe automotive industry and in the manufacture of
or work; but there is some terrific compensation inwhite goods such as fridges and even microwaves.
the form of greatly extended product lifeGenerally, to the unknowing, any product made with
expectancy.steel is thought to be quite heavy but in reality this is
Hot dip galvanised steel sheet metal for examplesimply not the case.
carries excellent resistance to corrosion andSheet metal is generally light, relatively easy to handle
doesn’t necessarily need to be painted ifand most certainly an economical choice for many
you don’t want to. It can just as easily beapplications.
left bare.