LIGHTING
LIGHT YOUR WAY WITH CORTEN STEEL
Corten Steel has become a very favoured material for a lot of contemporary architects and landscapers . It is currently one of the most popular types of steel widely used in gardens , public places , and private properties . Corten , also known as weathering steel , refers to a range of steels with a chemical composition that creates a stable layer of rust that shields it from further corrosion when exposed to the influence of outdoor weather conditions . This layer of rust is called a patina .
Although the history of Corten Steel is vast , its research started in the 1910s , when steel alloyed with different amounts of copper was exposed to the elements ; the research continued into the early 1920s , and around 1926 it was discovered that phosphorus content also helped with the corrosion resistance . In 1933 the United States Steel Corporation decided to use the research they conducted and as a result developed the patented
Cor-Ten ®, deriving its name from Cor-rosion resistance and Ten-sile strength .
Initially , this weathering steel was used predominantly in the construction of large public or industrial structures only . Over time , professional designers and architects have started appreciating the unique aesthetic and practicality of Corten Steel and have progressively begun to introduce this into more projects . Corten Steel works great with wood , concrete , glass , or various compositions and greenery , making it a perfect choice for a more contemporary aesthetic , from public buildings to private homes , soaring towers , and even schools . Corten Steel is extremely versatile and has become a preferred material in the industry .
With this in mind , we are delighted to announce the introduction of our new Pro Solar Litecharga 800mm Bollard Light in Corten Steel ! This bollard light has various features
and benefits . It is solar-powered with up to 24 hours of illumination time , has a 2-meter spread of light , and it has an IP65 rating making it completely protective against dust and resistant against low-pressure jets of water . The Litecharga Corten Steel is perfect for lighting up both residential and commercial areas as this design will fit with both aesthetics .
This bollard will be one of our first solar-powered bollards to be equipped with a Colour temperature switch , also known as a CCT . This switch will allow the user to switch the bollard between daylight white and warm white accordingly during installation .
Visit our showroom and see the
Litecharga Corten in person . Head over to our website for more information . For enquiries , please contact sales @ lumenalights . com or call us today at 01327 871161 .
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