Steel: The Consumer Alternative to Plastic
Steel products have key advantages over plastic:
- Weather and chemical resistant
- Higher durability
- Won’t absorb odor
- Rodent proof
- Recyclable
- No petroleum in the product
- Classic..High Quality…Decorative
What’s the Difference Between Galvanized and Hot-Dipped Steel?
The majority of Behrens products are made of Galvanized Sheet Steel:
- Bright-Shiny appearance, which is preferred whenever appearance is important
- Resist the elements-won’t oxidize
- Made in the US
Other Materials
Behrens also offers select steel products in Hot Dipped Zinc:
- Seen as slightly more durable
- Will oxidize; a look acceptable and traditional in farm/ag products
- Behrens pails and round tubs available in both galvanized and hot dipped
- Oval tubs and “Classic” watering cans are hot dipped