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FAQWhat is Cast Aluminum furniture? Cast Aluminum Furniture is made with furniture molds that are created into the desired shape then, molten aluminum is poured into the mold and allowed to cool. This process is called Casting. After, the liquid has cooled the mold components are then smoothed, polished, and coated with a durable commercial powder coating. Completing the process, they are bolted or welded together to make a furniture piece. Each furniture mold is molded independently. What is cast aluminum? Cast Aluminum is a soft, lightweight metal with appearance ranging from silvery to dull gray, depending on the surface roughness. Cast Aluminum is nontoxic and nonmagnetic. Cast Aluminum has outstanding corrosion resistance due to a thin surface layer of aluminum oxide that forms when the metal is exposed to air, effectively preventing further oxidation. Is Cast Aluminum like traditional Cast Iron? Although cast aluminum is similar in style to traditional cast iron furniture, it is much lighter and rust resistant. Cast Aluminum is very versatile. You can get different colors and textures to create the exact look you’re going for. What other items are made from cast aluminum? In addition to cookware and cast aluminum furniture, the cast metal is also used to create a number of motor parts for land vehicles as well as boats and ships. Components such as connecting rods, pistons, housings, radiator tanks, and other essentials can be created using both die casting and mold casting methods. Even components such as compressors and various types of gears may be created using aluminum of this type. Is Cast Aluminum Expensive? Yes, it can be expensive but it’s a lifetime investment that you will be glad you purchased. Cast Aluminum furniture has classic designs that won’t go out of style and will stand the test of time. |
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