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1. Introduction
Today, stainless steel is widely applied not only in the manufacturing
industry but also in the interior – exterior. Along with the development
of society, the demand for beauty of the house, rooms, garden garden is
more and more attention. With its shine, aesthetics and durability,
stainless steel is increasingly preferred by designers, interior and
exterior works, and households.
For the interior and exterior decoration, the criteria are set and require
very strict. Aesthetics, durability, plasticity and shaping, easy machining
must be feasible and can be applied varied. Therefore, stainless steel is
applied to this sector not only because of its special physics
characteristics but also to meet the needs of the art, even to meet the
right topic that the designer and the owner expect. want.
Stainless steel used in interior decoration – exterior is very rich in
materials such as stainless steel 201, 304, 304L, 316, … Inox also used
in this industry is diverse in style such as stainless steel pipe, stainless
steel bar, stainless steel, gold-plated stainless steel, stainless steel
mirror … or other decorative items are processed from simple to
sophisticated. Manufacturers can buy stainless steel sheet slabs, then
process them into everyday items or dots with a border pattern by laser
cutting or embossing or engraving … to serve the decoration more
special. Decoration with stainless steel appliances makes the space
more attractive, cool, clean and extremely luxurious. Not only the
stainless steel decorations also contribute to highlight other items in
the space without overshadowing their own beauty.
This helps the product to increase its longevity and durability. Stainless
steel applications in the production of users are not concerned about
the rust, or damage, in accordance with the harsh conditions. Cleaning
is also simpler and faster than with other materials.
• Corrosion resistance;
• Easy cleaning;
• Long life.
One of the best known characteristics of stainless steel is its resistance to high
or low temperatures without damage to its structure. While other types of
materials such as wood and plastic are damaged, stainless steel remains firm
and intact.
Another important point for those considering using chrome bathroom
accessories or stainless steel cabinets in the kitchen decor is corrosion
resistance, rust being one of the most common problems in other types of
metals.
2. No tarnishing. We all know how fast silver and brass tarnishes and
how annoying it is to clean it! Stainless steel requires almost no
maintenance so it is a perfect material to wear every day. Another
benefit is that it will not turn your skin green or grey from the
tarnishing metal.
4. Affordable. Best value for money! It is cheaper than gold and silver yet it
is much stronger, requires less maintenance and is friendly to sensitive
skin. What is there not to love!?
Market development
In recent years, stainless steel development associations across the world have
played a major role in promoting the use of stainless steel in construction.
They have funded work required to transform research reports into user-
friendly design guides and tools, thereby effectively disseminating design and
fabrication knowledge. Through case studies, education materials,
conferences and seminars, development associations have raised awareness of
the potential of using stainless steel in many construction applications. Their
role becomes increasingly important in the face of very effective promotional
activities by competitor materials, such as aluminium and fibre reinforced
plastics.
Concluding remarks
Stainless steel offers exceptional advantages for certain applications in
construction, combining intrinsic durability with aesthetics, strength, ductility
and formability. Its high cost justifies ongoing research to enable maximum
exploitation of its properties. Further work is required to develop guidance for
construction applications on the use of economical grades of stainless steel,
such as lean (low nickel) duplex and ferritic grades. The shift towards more
sustainable development is opening up new opportunities for stainless steel,
both in the construction of plant for energy generation and in thermally-
efficient buildings. Research and development activities are required to take
these ideas forward and demonstrate that stainless steel has a unique and
long-term contribution to make in fulfilling human needs whilst maintaining
the quality of the natural environment.