by teylor@alterendeavors.com | Feb 4, 2026 | Metal Types
Stainless steel is one of the most widely used metals in the world thanks to its exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and clean, modern appearance. But what is stainless steel used for, exactly? From architectural interiors and commercial buildings to...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Jan 22, 2026 | Products
Stainless steel sheet metal is one of the most widely used materials in modern manufacturing, construction, and design. Known for its corrosion resistance, strength, and clean appearance, stainless steel performs well in demanding environments while maintaining a...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Aug 7, 2025 | Products
Structural tubing is a critical component of many construction and manufacturing projects across the world. Also called “architectural tubing,” structural tubing, commonly stainless steel or aluminum, can be seen in industries as far-ranging as architecture and...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Jun 12, 2025 | Products
When it comes to industries that depend on metal finishing, aerospace manufacturing may not be the first thing most people think of. But of course, the aerospace industry depends strongly on superior-quality metals that must meet strict regulations and requirements to...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | May 27, 2025 | Products
Stainless steel, one of the most widely used metals around the world, is extremely versatile and useful across a wide range of situations. There is a long list of stainless steel products that may be available both in polished and unfinished forms, including: Sheet...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Jan 30, 2025 | Metal Types
For those choosing metals for various products, terms like “stainless steel” and “alloy steel” may be referenced simultaneously, or possibly interchangeably. And indeed, with how commonly used stainless steel is, it does make sense that these terms would frequently be...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Dec 10, 2024 | Metal Types
Stainless steel is among the most widely used metals in the world. With numerous types of stainless steel available, this metal alloy is highly versatile and suitable for a wide range of industries and applications. That said, all stainless steel varieties share some...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Nov 2, 2024 | Metal Types
As global experts in metal finishing, our team at Polished Metals has seen firsthand the wide range of use cases for polished stainless steel. Part of the reason for this versatility is due to the high volume of types of stainless steel available on the market....
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | Jul 11, 2024 | Metal Types
If you ask anyone to picture “metal” in their head, chances are they’ll imagine aluminum or stainless steel. Both aluminum and stainless steel are perhaps most commonly seen metals in our day-to-day life—and two of the most commonly used finished metals worldwide. Yet...
by Lauren Fitzpatrick | May 16, 2024 | Metal Types
The most common variety of stainless steel, 304 (also called 18-8 stainless steel) is a highly versatile metal that is widely used across numerous industries throughout the world. As leading metal finishing experts, work with many polished stainless steel varieties...
