Can You Weld Aluminum to Steel?

We get many welding questions here at Tampa Steel & Supply. One of the most common welding questions is, “can you weld aluminum to steel?” Let’s explore the different ways you can weld aluminum to steel and some safety tips […]

Can You Weld Stainless Steel?

Many people ask us about their metal needs, especially when it comes to welding their materials. A common question we get is, “can you weld stainless steel?” This article explains what stainless steel is, if it’s hard to weld, what […]

DIY Welding Project Ideas

If you are looking to take on a new challenge this year, why not try welding for the first time? The good news is that even if you’ve never tried welding before, there are some really enjoyable and simple DIY […]

Welding Project Ideas

If you’ve been looking to take on a new challenge this year, keep reading as we share 20 of the coolest welding project ideas. All of these will offer you a way to unleash your creativity and create something new […]

Uses for Rebar

Reinforcing steel bars – otherwise known as Rebar for short – are primarily used to help alleviate tension forces that concrete may experience. Concrete on its own is plenty strong enough to go up against most forces of nature, but […]

Types of Rebar

The saying “bend but don’t break” is usually served to describe subpar defenses in a sports setting. However, with rebar, it is a way of life. Rebar is traditionally paired with structural concrete to reinforce the amount of stress and […]

Steel Artist Spotlight: Rustic Steel Creations

At Tampa Steel & Supply, we offer steel products and services for a variety of projects. While some come to us for building materials for industrial design, we also supply products and services to artists. In our newest series, Steel […]

Soldering for Beginners

The majority of us have experienced the pain of burning our hands or fingers at least once. Knowing the pain associated with burnt skin makes soldering seem even more dangerous and scary! But with the right tools and equipment, soldering […]