It’s the third week of Plastic Free July, and this week we’re here to talk about superior stainless steel and its benefits. Why is Stainless steel a great alternative to plastic? Let’s find out…
What is stainless steel?
Stainless steel is an alloy of iron that is resistant to rusting. It contains at least 11 per cent of chromium and may contain elements such as carbon, other non-metals and metals to obtain other desired properties. It is also environmentally neutral, and its longevity ensures it meets the needs of sustainable construction.
The benefits of stainless Steel
Here are some impressive benefits of using stainless steel:
- Stainless steel is fire and heat resistant – It is a very strong material, and its resistance to fire and heat is a fundamental factor. This is due to its oxidation resistance, which enables it to retain its strength under harsh temperatures.
- Stainless steel is 100 per cent recyclable – It is an excellent environmental asset and can deliver a near endless life cycle. Minimal amounts of stainless steel objects become waste at the end of their lives, and it is repurposed without any significant loss of material quality.
- It has hygienic properties – The cleanability of stainless steel makes it the first choice in hospitals, kitchens, food and pharmaceutical processing facilities.
- It is aesthetically pleasing – Stainless steel has a great variety of surface finishes, from matt to bright and including brushed and engraved. It can be embossed or tinted, making stainless a unique material. It is often used by architects for interior design and street furniture.
Product alternatives
To reduce your use of plastic in any environment, there are many alternative products to help you with that:
- Stainless Steel drink bottles
- Stainless Steel flasks
- Stainless steel travel mugs
- Stainless steel golf tin gift sets
- Stainless steel keyring/bottle openers
- Stainless steel mint tins
- Stainless steel sweet tins
- Stainless steel camping mugs
- Stainless steel lunch tins
All products listed can be engraved with your logo for corporate use, refer to the images below for an example.
If you are interested in any of these superior stainless steel products, please send an email to hello@cubiquitymedia.com and we’ll be happy to help.
