Why is Wrought Iron So Expensive? Wrought iron is made by repeatedly heating and reworking cast iron. This manufacturing process that gives wrought iron its laminar structure makes it a costly material. It has a far higher tensile strength and is more ductile than cast iron.

Because mild steel is cheaper and easier to mass produce, the raw material wrought iron gradually disappeared, until the last ironworks ceased production in the 1970's. Wrought iron is no longer produced on a commercial scale, but is still made for replication, restoration and conservation of historical ironwork.

If maintained properly, your wrought iron fences and gates could last upwards of a decade. Here at Ironcraft, all of our wrought iron products are galvanised to prevent the formation of rust for up to ten years, but if properly maintained, your wrought iron fences and gates could easily last a lifetime.

A wrought iron door or gate will provide more security than a wood door. It's close to impossible to penetrate, while wood doors can often be kicked in. Wrought iron doors have undergone pressure testing and some may even be able to withstand the force of a hurricane.