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Metal wire has been used to make jewellery and small trinkets since the 2nd dynasty in Egypt, and the bronze ages in Europe. It was many years later when wire sculpting began as an art form.   Wire sculpture is a type of sculpture that uses wire as the primary medium. Wire sculptures can be […]

Helical wall ties are the helix-shaped rods that are vital to the infrastructure of lots of different masonry projects such as creating cavities by adding outer clad brickwork to existing masonry walls and joining cavity walls when adding extensions to properties. In this post, we are going to talk about a few of the benefits […]

Wall ties are essential in all buildings that have cavity walls, as they are used to join the two leaves of a cavity wall together to offer extra support assuring the stability of a building. They are discrete in a building’s infrastructure yet crucial for its integrity and have been used in the UK since […]

Insulation pins, also commonly known as hanger pins or install pins, play an integral role in installing and fixing various insulation materials. Typical applications include using the pins when installing noise insulation panels in engine rooms, compressor enclosures, or HVAC ducting. In this blog, we are going to talk about the different types of insulation […]

Stainless steel is a common material chosen for things such as appliances, sinks, taps, and more. It naturally has high levels of strength and durability, however, one thing it cannot do is keep itself looking clean and brilliant.   To match its corrosion-resistance, heat-resistant and durable nature, stainless steel has a sleek, professional look to […]

Stainless steel is an alloy made from iron combined with other elements like carbon, chromium, nickel, manganese, and titanium. Many people already have a view on how stainless steel impacts the environment. However, we think you’ll be surprised at just how environmentally friendly stainless steel is! There are many factors that can help decide if […]

BS Fixings are experts in everything stainless steel, with over 20 years of experience and knowledge in the industry. If you are looking to find accurate and useful information about stainless steel, you can rely on us! On our website, you will be able to find many of our products in different stainless steel grades, […]

We are now in the peak of Spring, and Summer is only around the corner which only means one thing, all the birds are out. As much as birds tweeting in the morning is a peaceful and relaxing sound, they can become a nuisance in your building or outside areas. Here at BS Fixings, we […]

There are different grades that can be assigned to stainless steel, depending on its properties. Magnetism is a common attribute found in certain grades. Here we will cover which grades are magnetic and how magnetism affects the steel. If an alloy is arranged in a martensitic or ferritic structure and contains iron, the steel is […]