by mbtm | Oct 3, 2019 | Metal Uses
Looking for a fun, simple DIY project that gets you outdoors this weekend and also provides you with fresh food? No, we are not hammering on about raised veggies boxes. The age old art of espalier is staging a comeback to bring fresh fruit and flowers to our modern...
by mbtm | Jun 20, 2019 | Metal Uses
Whether you’re a local tradesmen, or you have a DIY renovation happening at home, or maybe you have a small one off task such as building a clothes rack for the room you’ve just moved into, the decision to buy local has a number of positive benefits. Let’s look at...
by mbtm | Jun 12, 2019 | Metal Uses
The popular design trend for interiors is Modern Industrial. Hardwood timbers, worn metal joinery, blending old and new: honest, no nonsense, hardwearing and reliable. Its accessibility and straightforward approach to design makes it a DIY’ers dream. But understanding...
by mbtm | Nov 21, 2018 | Metal guides, Metal Uses
What is Copper? Copper is a chemical element, represented by the symbol Cu, and atomic number 29. It is soft, malleable1 and ductile2 with very high thermal conductivity3 . It is quite easily recognisable, being dark pink / golden in colour. At room temperature,...
by mbtm | Jul 10, 2018 | Metal Uses
Recently, Coles and Woolworths have removed single use plastic bags from their stores in an effort to combat the negative effect plastic is having on our environment. The integration of their 4 kinds of reusable bags, has allowed for consumers to be more aware of the...
by mbtm | Jun 10, 2018 | Metal Uses
Metal, believe it or not, is not purely used in building and construction. In this day and age, regular advancements in technology allows for extensive breakthroughs in modern medicine and medical procedures. Today, the use of metals in medicine is quite common in the...
