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Despite their names, both cast iron and wrought iron are actually alloys, meaning they contain certain amounts of other materials in addition to iron. Cast iron is usually 2 to 4% carbon and contains small amounts of silicon, manganese and occasionally sulfur and phosphorus. Cast iron is made either by smelting iron ore or pig iron (an intermediate iron ore product) then mixing it with carbon and other metal alloys.

Whether you’re considering having a wrought iron fence installed on your property or you’re maintaining an existing iron fence, you’ve probably run into fence components such as spires, posts, rails, and pickets. It’s a good idea to become familiar with these wrought iron fence components if you plan to install new fencing, repair existing fencing, or even keep your new wrought iron fencing well-maintained for years to come. Here are some of the ins and outs of your fencing to help you become familiar with all the most important parts of a wrought iron fence.