I'm hoping someone could help me...

I'm in the process of re-erecting an original Nissen Hut ( Untitled Document ) on a block of land down on the Victorian coastline.

The frame of the hut is made of 45 x 45 x 4mm curved rolled steel. Each hoop is 3 pieces of steel bolted together to make the semi circle.

The steel is quite old and has a minor surface rust but is structurally sound.

What I'm wondering is if I need to treat the steel before it's erected with any kind of rust protector seeing as it's going to be in a coastal environment. If so, what do people recommend?

The frame will be covered by the colorbond outer layer of sheeting when it's complete.

Any suggestions would be more than welcome.

Many thanks.

BH




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