Wrought iron, known for its malleability and strength, has been a fundamental material in architecture, art, and machinery for centuries. While its favorable properties have made it a go-to material for many applications, wrought iron is not immune to the inevitable forces of nature, particularly oxidation, which leads to rust. Rust, primarily hydrated iron oxide, forms when oxygen reacts with iron in the presence of moisture. This chemical reaction can be seen as an adversary to the durability of wrought iron, but this is where the concept of will comes into play.
There are an enormous amount of decorative elements used on wrought iron fencing, and one of the most common are called scrolls. These are a form of spire decoration and their construction is based on the top of a spire curling around itself. Other aesthetic elements include things like S and C scrolls (scrolls that form the shape of these letters), twists that can be customised to virtually any shape or form, decorative insets, symbols and symmetrical elements. Other popular wrought iron fence elements include spirals, swirls, spears, vines, intricate curves, arches, twisted columns, gothic shapes, baroque-inspired designs and circle and sphere accents.