Tag Archives: iron works

iron oxide – pen, ink, paint

The iron oxide red – Falu Red – is ever present here. Made of a combination of copper and a by product from iron to get the special red calcimine paint with matte finish. Since the red cottages are so … Continue reading

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wind vanes at the iron works

It has been some time since I last published photos of wind vanes, but today I have the pleasure to present two cool vanes that I found today. They decorate a bell tower (to remind the workers of the time) … Continue reading

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