Hello, I am making a window of white oak and have not yet decided on the hardware: Is it good practice to use zinc coated steel with oak or whill I have to use brass hinges for the window? This window will sit in a cellar wall and it will become wet at times.
Greetings, Juergen
Even perfectly coated ferrous metals get pinholes or come with pinholes. I'd stick with non-ferrous hinges unless you've got a real love for black stains.
Even if you aren't worried about black stains, the brass hinges won't rust like the steel ones inevitably will.
Unless, of course, they're simply brass-plated w/ a steel pin, that is... :)
Given a choice, I'd use BRONZE.
Sooner or later, the zinc in the brass will leach out and what is left disintegrates right before your eyes.
Basic reason brass is considered a no-no on a boat, especially a boat in salt water.
Lew
HomeOwnersHub website is not affiliated with any of the manufacturers or service providers discussed here. All logos and trade names are the property of their respective owners.