The Truth About Wrought Iron
The next time you think you see a wrought iron gate on a structure less than 100 years old, think again; it’s probably mild steel! Wrought iron is a crude alloy with a carbon content below 1%. It doesn’t meet […]
Davis Island CableRail Fabrication and Installation by RB Custom Welding
Davis Island homeowner, Scott Jankes is smiling after RB Custom Welding just completed the project that took about two weeks to finish. This waterfront home now has beautiful CableRailing on its front staircase, upstairs balcony, pool deck, bar, and garage. […]
Iron Fence vs Aluminum Fence
Congratulations! You have decided to put up a fence around your home or business? This fence can give you a lot of benefits — security, beauty, protection, noise barrier, value, and peace of mind. Not sure which kind of material […]
I-Beam vs H-Beam
The question of the day! Do you know how H-beams and I-beams are used differently? Keep reading and we will help you answer this important question. In the construction industry, many people still cannot explain this information properly. Steel beams […]
ETFE vs PTFE
When we picture the construction of the impossibly tall skyscrapers of New York or the industrial neighborhoods in our own town, steel and the like typically come to mind. But if you work in the construction industry, you likely deal […]
How Teflon Is Used in Building Construction
For many, the word “Teflon” typically conjures images on nonstick pans. While the Teflon brand can be accredited for making cooking more convenient, Teflon products owe their non-stick properties to polytetrafluoroethylene (but we’ll call it PTFE for short). PTFE may […]
Women Who Paved the Way for Female Architects and Engineers
When you picture an engineer or an architect, do you automatically picture a man? While these industry positions are still largely held by men, female architects and engineers have been making enormous and critical contributions in both fields for well over […]
Home Improvement Trends
Over the years, we at Tampa Steel & Supply have seen home design trends come and go. Working with homeowners, designers, and major construction companies has helped us hone our ability to catch trends. We forecast these ten home designs […]
Stainless Steel in Building Construction
The next time you are walking around the block in a big city, take the time to admire the architecture. The architecture in big cities can span hundreds of years. Each building represents a different artistic style crafted from a […]
Tips on Picking the Right Steel Contractor
While choosing the right metal and fabrication accessories from Tampa Steel & Supply is a no-brainer, choosing the right contractor might not be as easy. Hiring the right contractor is an important part of any project and you should spend […]