What is Corten Steel, and Why Is It Used in Planters?
Corten Steel is a copper, chromium, and nickel alloy developed to resist weather's corrosive effects, specifically rain, snow, ice, and fog. The name comes from the two words "corrosion" and "tensile," which refer to the steel's corrosion resistance and ability to keep its shape under stress. While architects use Corten for bridges ...