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27 Oct

Trend Setters: Door Designs to Watch in 2024

Did you know that a sleek iron door can not only amp up your home’s curb appeal but also pad your wallet when it’s time to sell? According to none other than the home investment guru, Than Merrill, who happens to be the Founder and CEO of Fortune Builders and CT Homes, replacing your ho-hum […]

07 Oct

What’s the Difference Between Hand Forged Iron vs. Plasma Cut Designs

The art of handcrafted ironworks have been around for centuries. Starting in the Middle Ages, ironclad doors, gates and railings offered an added degree of protection but also provided new opportunities for beauty. The 16th century, ironwork brought us the highly ornate designs, with scrolls, leaves, flowers, and interlaced patterns that we see in our […]

25 Feb

How To Nail Your Personal Decorating Style

Are you planning a spring home refresh? Before you go and buy colorful pillows or replace ageing light fixtures, try to connect your personal style to your home. Are you traditional? Contemporary? Eclectic? If you’re not too sure, we’re here to help you determine your personal style and match it to your home with these […]

22 Oct

Safely Store Your RV and Control Access to your Home and Property

You’ve invested a considerable amount of money in your RV. Obviously the desire to protect your investment includes keeping vandals and burglars at bay. But how do you do that without paying a monthly fee to store it when you’re not using it? By safely storing it in your own yard, of course! There are […]

27 Aug

Your Front Door Upgrade: A Before & After Checklist

Of course a new front door for your home will spruce things up a bit. It’ll add a bit of character and personal style to your entrance way. But is that really a good reason alone to undertake this particular home improvement project? Probably the best way to think about this is to consider how […]

15 Jan

Iron Doors and Gates: Powder Coating vs. Paint

Okay, so you’re thinking of making an investment in an Iron Door or Gate for your Arizona home. That’s a good choice. Then why choose to coat the surface of your door or gate with the kind of liquid paint one normally finds on cars and trucks. Car paint is shiny and impressive on your […]

25 Jun

How to Maintain Your Iron Gate (or Iron & Wood Gate)

Congratulations! You found just the right company to design and build your custom iron gate. Now that you’ve done your research and spent the time and money to install your gate at your home, you want it to last you a long time, right? Yes, iron is durable and more resistant to wear and tear […]

25 Apr

Choosing the Right Gate Adds Curb Appeal and Home Value

You already know that ‘Curb Appeal’ plays a huge part in your home’s value. But when you invest in an exterior home improvement project, what’s most valuable: improving your home’s overall appearance OR adding security and safety to your home. The truth is: You don’t have to make such a choice. You can have it […]

07 Oct

Iron Products – How to Pick the Right Design to Fit Your Style and Budget

Are you confused by all the options you have when picking just the right look for your next home improvement project? Modern, industrial, classic, and so many more design influences to choose from. This can be a challenge when deciding on the exact custom iron products for your Arizona home. Getting a handle on the […]

18 Aug

Steel vs. Aluminum: Why One Is Superior

When you’re on the market for a new security door, you have numerous options, just as you would when purchasing a car, a home or new furniture. In addition to selecting a door that fits your needs (added security, improving the aesthetics of your exterior, enclosing an outside space, etc.) and complements your home’s existing […]

29 Jan

2016 – Making it the Best Yet!

Many companies say it, but we say it and mean it. We want to hear from you. First Impression Ironworks is successful because of our customers. Over 40% of our business every day is from word of mouth and repeat customers. How do we do that? We ask our customers and we listen to what […]

15 Dec

Curb Appeal and How to Achieve it

If you have ever watched a home improvement television show, or read any articles about the topic, the buzz phrase “curb appeal” almost always makes an appearance. It’s a rather non-specific term, that basically means to make your home attractive from the street. So how does one go about doing that? It’s quite difficult to […]