08-18-2014, 11:19 AM
Metal Furniture
Metals are used to make parts, such as legs, frames, and table bases, and as a primary material for office furniture, kitchen cabinetry, utility shelving, and storage units.
Steel in the form of rods, tubing, and sheets is the most used metal for furniture.
Aluminum in the form of tubes, and formed sections, such as angles, channels, and T’s is used for cast legs, frames, and small parts.
Metal office furniture and utility files, cabinets, and shelves are made of sheet steel.
The sheets are cut, and then bent to form box shapes, or with bent flanges (edges) used to make shelves or tops.
The gauge (thickness) of the sheet metal is an important factor in determining the quality of a piece. Sheet metal that is too thin will not hold up well. Thicker sheet metal is stronger, will last longer, and will resist denting and deforming.
Metals are used to make parts, such as legs, frames, and table bases, and as a primary material for office furniture, kitchen cabinetry, utility shelving, and storage units.
Steel in the form of rods, tubing, and sheets is the most used metal for furniture.
Aluminum in the form of tubes, and formed sections, such as angles, channels, and T’s is used for cast legs, frames, and small parts.
Metal office furniture and utility files, cabinets, and shelves are made of sheet steel.
The sheets are cut, and then bent to form box shapes, or with bent flanges (edges) used to make shelves or tops.
The gauge (thickness) of the sheet metal is an important factor in determining the quality of a piece. Sheet metal that is too thin will not hold up well. Thicker sheet metal is stronger, will last longer, and will resist denting and deforming.