Steel that rusts on purpose and looks better for it. Everything about Corten and how it ages.
We make every Metalbird from premium 3mm Corten steel, also known as weathering steel...the same alloy used in world-famous outdoor sculptures, architecture, and landscape design. It’s rugged, raw, and built for decades in the wild. Corten steel cont
Refer to our Product section article for a full run-down. It’ll absolutely “rust”—but not the kind you’re thinking of. Your Metalbird will arrive looking gunmetal gray. Once placed outdoors, it begins developing a natural patina—first bright orange,
Totally up to you — we design them to age, but you’ve got options. Some customers prefer the raw, gray steel look of a fresh Metalbird—and yes, you can preserve that clean finish. Here’s how:. Option 1: Clear Coat. Apply a product like Rust-Oleum 2X
Decades. Literally. Corten steel was invented to weather storms, snow, sun, and salt air without needing maintenance or replacement. It’s been used for bridges, buildings, and monuments that stand for 50+ years without protective paint. Expect your b