When it comes to designing a standout landscape, the small details make all the difference. One of the most distinctive, and unexpected, ways to define your outdoor area is with perfectly weathered strips of corrugated steel. This material not only sets clear boundaries for flower beds, pathways, or lawns, but also adds a perfect rustic and industrial contrast.
What is Rusted Metal Garden Edging?
This unique landscape edging is made from corrugated steel that has been intentionally aged to achieve a unique, natural-looking rusty patina. It is perfect for anyone looking to add texture and visual interest to their garden or outdoor space. The rusted appearance gives it an aged, industrial charm that complements both modern and traditional landscaping styles.
How the Rusted Finish is Achieved
At Dakota Tin, we create the perfect rusted finish with an all-natural, accelerated rust treatment. With uniform quality in mind, the solution is spray-applied, allowing the rust to be evenly distributed, which results in an even coat of copper rust color with small variations of blues and greys shining through. This creates a consistent rusted finish that’s both striking and functional, with every piece of edging having its own unique character.
Why Weathered Steel?
One of the advantages of this corrugated metal edging is its natural ability to age gracefully. It embraces imperfections—scratches, scuffs, and even further rusting only add to its character. Authentic and low-maintenance, this landscaping solution can be put in and left alone, with each season only enhancing its appearance.
Creative Design Ideas
There are endless ways to incorporate rusted edging into your landscaping:
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Outline garden beds, trees, or walkways with clean, bold lines.
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Pair with stone, gravel, or mulch to create eye-catching contrast.
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Use it in sleek, modern gardens or soften the look in a more relaxed cottage-style landscape.
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Great at enhancing not only residential landscaping, but commercial as well!
Customizing the Look
Want to deepen the rusted look? You can achieve your desired rusty patina with a few household chemicals. Degreaser, to remove any oil or dirt, white vinegar, to ensure a uniform coat of rust, and a mixture of hydrogen peroxide, white vinegar, and table salt, to rust the steel as you please. Once the desired rust level is achieved, seal it with a clear coat to prevent the rust from rubbing off on hands or clothing, especially in high-touch areas. Follow along to our instructions, and you’ll have perfectly weathered edging in no time.
The Dakota Tin Difference
Our landscape edging stands out for its quality and durability. Unlike many competitors, Dakota Tin’s edging is thicker, features a hemmed edge for safety, and is sustainably made in the USA. It’s built to last through the seasons without warping, cracking, or breaking down.
Installation Made Simple
Need help with installation? Check out our detailed installation guide for step-by-step instructions to make your project quick and easy.
See It in Action
Need some inspiration? Visit our gallery to see how other homeowners and designers are using Dakota Tin edging in creative and beautiful ways.
Start Your Next Project Today
Purchase an order of rusted garden edging and achieve your dream landscape, just in time for the outdoor season.
