Galvanized steel lasts longest

Abstract

Introduction The formability and strength of steel make it suitable and economic for most uses. Rust is the worst feature. Paint does not protect it for long: scratches and even pores in the paint allow access of water and rust forms, weakening the steel and spreading brown stains.

Citation

Porter, F.C. (1990), "Galvanized steel lasts longest", Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, Vol. 37 No. 7, pp. 4-6. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb007274