What metal to use for an outdoor bench frame?

i to buy some metal tubing for an outdoor bench im currently making but im not sure what type of metal sqecifically i should use. any suggestions would be great, it needs to be rust proof and corrosion resistant im also on a budget and live in the UK if you have any suggestions.
ive just looked at some alluminium tubing and there seems to be to thicknesses 16 swg and 10 swg. 10 swg is thicker but would the 16 swg still be strong enough as it is cheaper.

Aluminum or galvanized steel.The steel will be stronger but heavier.And it will be cheaper than aluminum.

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2 Responses to “What metal to use for an outdoor bench frame?”

Dr. Strangelove on September 30th, 2009 at 6:37 pm

Aluminum is the best for outdoors with minimum cost and maintenance.
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george b on September 30th, 2009 at 6:49 pm

Aluminum or galvanized steel.The steel will be stronger but heavier.And it will be cheaper than aluminum.
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