Mild Steel vs Stainless Steel Bollards: What’s the Difference? | Aremco Barriers
When choosing steel bollards for a site, one of the decisions you may come across is whether to use mild steel or stainless steel . Although both materials can be used to manufacture bollards, they have different characteristics, finishes, maintenance requirements and appearances. So, which is the better choice? The answer depends largely on where the bollards will be installed, what they are being used for and the appearance required . What Is a Mild Steel Bollard? Mild steel is widely used for the manufacture of bollards, barriers, gates and other steel access-control products. It is strong, versatile and can be fabricated into a wide range of bollard designs and sizes. However, untreated mild steel is susceptible to corrosion when exposed to moisture and the elements. For external applications, mild steel bollards therefore normally require a protective finish. Common options include: Hot-dip galvanising Powder coating Galvanising followed by powder coating ...