All of our Corten steel products are pre-treated prior to dispatch to begin the natural weathering process. This means your fire pit or firewood storage unit will arrive with a partially developed patina, rather than raw, unweathered steel.
Over the following weeks to months, as your products is exposed to the elements, the patina will continue to develop and deepen into a rich, consistent finish. This evolving surface not only enhances the visual appeal but also forms a protective layer that helps prevent ongoing corrosion.
Because this is a natural process, each fire pit or wood storage unit will develop its own unique look over time - no two are ever exactly the same.
In short: your Corten steel product arrives already on its way, but its final character is something that develops with you.