One of the most popular and effective ways to protect your property, whether it be residential, commercial, or industrial, is through the professional installation of fences. But not everyone knows that there are important differences between two of the most formidable fencing choices: wrought iron and steel. AAA Fence, based in Anchorage, AK, intimately understands the advantages offered by these two types of fences. 

Below, they offer some information about each material:

• Welding: Generally, iron is softer and easier to mold than steel. This means that welders can do more with wrought iron fences, shaping them into intricate, ornate designs. This is why wrought iron fences have a more classical, old-fashioned appearance. Affluent homeowners often surrounded their properties with wrought iron fences with elaborate filigrees and other fancy design elements during much of the 19^th and 20^th centuries. By contrast, steel usually has a more practical—but not necessarily more durable—appearance.
• Cost: While iron and steel both cost more than their wood counterpart, customers are paying for strength, durability, and longevity when they invest in iron or steel fences. Due to the slow speed and complexity of production, iron is most often the more expensive of the two metals. 
• Threat of Rust & Corrosion: While both materials are susceptible to rust and corrosion, iron is the more vulnerable of the two. Because of steel's unique admixture—including nickel, chromium, and carbon—it's more resistant to rust, and its appearance more resilient. Regular lubrication of wrought iron fences, however, can typically prevent corrosion. 

AAA Fence has been building and installing strong, high-quality fences for residents and businesses in Anchorage for over 30 years. One of the largest and most respected fence companies in all of Alaska, AAA Fence specializes in wrought iron, split rail, vinyl coated, and chain link fences, among other styles. Visit the fence supplier's website to learn more about the team's fencing work, or call them directly at (907) 349-7000.