Have you ever walked past a building and admired the classic black metal fence surrounding it? Chances are, it was wrought iron fencing you noticed, and that material is still used today by fencing companies such as AAA Fence of Anchorage, Alaska.

Wrought iron is an alloy with very little carbon, which makes it similar to steel in some ways. It is fused with slag, which gives the metal its signature look: streaks that look like wood grain. It was the most commonly used form of iron before the mass production of steel—in fact, a certain Eiffel Tower in Paris was constructed from a similar substance. In the United States, wrought iron became commonly used in fences during the Industrial Revolution.

One advantage of installing wrought iron fencing is the decorative aspect. Wrought iron is malleable and easy to weld, meaning artists and creative types can easily shape the metal into beautiful, intricate fences. With a wrought iron fence, you can opt for a classic nineteenth-century look or shape it into a more modern design.

But in spite of the material's beauty, wrought iron fencing does not compromise on security. It's one of the strongest fence types out there—much more durable than wood or vinyl. No one is breaking through a wrought iron fence, so if your fence needs to protect something but look stylish at the same time, you can't go wrong with wrought iron. If you are worried about corrosion, simply paint over the pits in the metal, and the coat will hold up for years to come.

For products ranging from wrought iron fencing to wooden fence gates, call AAA Fence. Since 1985, they’ve been providing services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers and even the government. In fact, their work can be found surrounding buildings at both Harvard and Yale. Call (907) 349-7000 today for a free estimate or visit their website for more information.