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How to Join Aluminium Box Section Without Welding at Home

July 06, 2026

A half-built aluminium frame in the shed usually means one thing. Its owner has decided that the next step requires a welder they don't have.

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What Metal Cutting Tolerance Means for Your Project

June 24, 2026

You measure the recess for a splashback twice, place your order, and then spend the wait wondering whether the cut piece will match what you typed in.

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UK Aluminium Grades: 1050A, 5083, 6082 & 6063 Compared

June 18, 2026

Order the wrong aluminium grade and the problem doesn't show up straight away.

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Anodising vs Powder Coating Aluminium: Which Finish Lasts?

June 11, 2026

An aluminium component can look fine for a year or two before the finish starts to fail.

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How to Order Cut-to-Size Metal Online Without Going Wrong

June 08, 2026

A precisely cut piece of metal is only useful if the dimensions going into the order are correct.

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Mild Steel vs Galvanised Steel: Choosing the Right Material

June 03, 2026

Picture two gate frames, built to the same spec, fitted on the same day. One is mild steel, one is galvanised steel. A year later, one is holding up. The other has rust along the bottom rail.

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What Is the Best Metal to Use for Shelving at Home?

June 01, 2026

Here is how to choose the right metal for home shelving, along with the key decisions to make before anything goes on the wall.

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What's an Aluminium Channel & What Can You Use It For?

May 20, 2026

U channel, C channel, and lipped channel each serve distinct purposes. Get practical guidance on choosing the right aluminium channel profile for the job.

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What Are Metal Box Sections? SHS, RHS & Thickness Guide

May 12, 2026

Metal box section appears on material lists for everything from trailer chassis to kitchen shelving supports, but it is not always obvious which profile, material, or wall thickness is the right call for a given job.

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Heat Treating Metal Explained: Methods, Results & Uses

May 08, 2026

Heat treating metal sits at the centre of most serious fabrication and engineering workflows, and for good reason.

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