Despite their names, both cast iron and wrought iron are actually alloys, meaning they contain certain amounts of other materials in addition to iron. Cast iron is usually 2 to 4% carbon and contains small amounts of silicon, manganese and occasionally sulfur and phosphorus. Cast iron is made either by smelting iron ore or pig iron (an intermediate iron ore product) then mixing it with carbon and other metal alloys.
Notably, aluminum material is compatible with various metals making it easy to form different alloys.
The Beauty of Ornamental Cast Iron Panels
This type of anodizing method is used to attain polished aluminum profile surfaces, which resemble an electroplated surface.
A vertical bar design is one of the most popular wrought iron fencing designs chosen for more contemporary homes, and design options are limitless with a malleable material like wrought iron. Gold swirls and accents can add a touch of distinction as well as give a home a more modern outlook.

