8 C O N T E X T 1 3 9 : M A Y 2 0 1 5 Puddled Wrought Iron Puddled Wrought Iron Facts: • Corrosion resistant - Withstands atmospheric pollutants and even continuous immersion in salt water far longer than mild steel due to its fibrous nature. • Easy to form- High ductility makes it soft under the hammer, so it forges quickly. Traditional smithing techniques were developed specifically for wrought iron. • Easy to fire-weld-Withstands higher welding heats than mild steel and has its own built-in flux (iron silicate). • Matches closely the materials used in historic ironwork - If authenticity in restoration concerns you, there is no better choice. • Available in both standard and bespoke sections - Available in square, flat and round sections plus special sections such as handrails and glazing bar. We operate our own rolling mill. • Best quality - The puddled wrought iron we supply is of high quality and checked rigorously for anything that makes it not fit for purpose. • Authentic - Wrought iron has been recycled for many centuries by the same process we use. • Seems expensive? - No – steel is very cheap! Your work is worth the best, especially considering the ratio of labour to material costs! The finest material for traditional work, restoration work or conservation repairs enquiry@toppandco.com • +44 (0)1347 833173 • www.toppandco.com Architectural & Engineering Metalwork Conservation • CONSULTANCY • PROJECT MANAGEMENT • CAST & WROUGHT IRON • BLACKSMITHING • IRONWORKING • BRONZEWORKING • BRONZE, COPPER, ZINC • NEW WORK UNDERTAKEN • MILLWORK – INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION VISIT www.dorothearestorations.com OR EMAIL john@dorothearestorations.com Telephone: 0845 478 0773 Unit 4, William Street, St Philips, Bristol BS2 0RG 209102-11-14RBCON Dorothea.indd 1 24/10/2014 09:00 Tel: 07883 205704 • email: peter.meehan@hm-cc.co.uk www.hm-cc.co.uk Historic Metalwork Conservation Company Ltd “HMCC Limited provides conservation advice on everything from air frames to iron gates.” Direct your enquiries to Peter Meehan ACR
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