5052 aluminum is the highest strength alloy of the more non-heat-treatable grades. Its resistance to fatigue is better than most grades of aluminum. Alloy 5052 has a good marine atmosphere corrosion resistance of saltwater and excellent workability. Is 7075 stronger than steel? A member of the 7000 series, it isRead More →
Apply enamel sealer. What kind of paint do you use on aluminum? What kind of paint should I use when painting aluminum siding? Exterior acrylic latex paint is the best choice for painting aluminum siding. Can you paint over aluminum coating? The first thing you must apply is a primer,Read More →
Aluminum metal Aluminum alloys contain almost no iron and without iron, the metal can’t actually rust, but it does oxidize. When the alloy is exposed to water, a film of aluminum oxide forms quickly on the surface. The hard oxide layer is quite resistant to further corrosion and protects theRead More →