Is the "silver" colored steel basket electro-plated with zinc or hot-dipped galvanized; i.e., which is it (not a yes/no question)?
1612906
As far as I know, it's painted over steel, with a real good coat of paint. Looks like it may have been heated to dry. It's done very nice.
744883
Steel, painted silver. My wife loves it. Does the job. I try to rinse it after the beach to avoid corrosion.
666105
The one I bought is chrome colored plastic. There is also one available in chrome coated brass.
1060077
Ours was silver (arrived about 2 weeks ago). We weren't sure all of the appliances would match badges but we found out you can purchase just the badge. I think it was like $3
366531
The basket is metal. The center post is plastic that's coated to look like metal. Overall, it appears rather flimsy however I've had one for about a year and it still looks good and works perfectly.
1793352
I've had this basket hanging in my beach front home for over 10 years. It is in front of a window that is open all summer long to the salty (corrosive to all metals) ocean breezes and only now are the baskets starting to show some rust. I would not have noticed the small point of rust at the soldered points except the chain (which is not stainless steel) broke is several places. So I'm back on Amazon looking to replace it.
1578675
silver, but you don't see it. It installs behind the cover plate. The Part exposed is white.
1304913
I have two of these lights. I believe they are painted, but it is the same color as galvanized. The color is solid. Most galvanized has large crystal type of color variations. I have had these lights up outside my garage doors for two years. 90% of them look good. There is a spot at the top of them which is starting to rust. The light outlets are porcelain, high quality considering the price of the unit.
1901497
It is not. It is a silver finished plastic. My purchase was not a good experience. The product leaked continually and I did report to the seller who did not respond. It was poorly packed. Bought ahead of time for a large shower, so first use was a couple months after purchase. Bah humbug. Trashed it. No choice. That's not to say it will always be the case for a purchaser from this seller. But I was not happy with the seller from whom I purchased.
2167565
The one I ordered was stainless steel so yes it was silver when it arrived. Hope that helps.
1793348
I'm no metallurgist but it appears to be chrome plated...wouldn't venture a guess on what's beneath...non-the-less well constructed and I expect it will hold up for at least several years...peaches & bananas can't create too much metal fatigue...!
1436489
Yes, it's all metal other than the rubber grips at the top and bottom. It's really well made and heavier materials than I thought it would be. It's a darker bronze and completely adjustable/customizable as far as height and location of baskets. I bought this in comparison to my $120 one at The Container Store-this one was Better quality. Hope that helps.
871122
This is a cast aluminum base as well as the guard. It is a rough texture on both and I am sure that it is not coated. It will turn dull grey if used outdoors but a can of spray paint will give it any color you want. The real industrial ones are galvanized cast iron and cost ten times as much and weight more by a similar multiple. They are made by Crouse-Hinds among others. Please ignore the other two answers as I am an industrial electrician that has worked with these things for 40 years.
1897683
The pole is anodized aluminum, the shelf clips are plastic and aluminum, the baskets are not true stainless steel--they are steel wire that has been chromed then clear coated; they are MUCH better than other brand's baskets but they do eventually rust. Mine has started rusting about 2.5 years after purchase.
213033
I believe the basket is stainless steel. This pot is terrific. I liked it so much, I bought one for a family member who also enjoys using it often.
1101423
NO!!! THEY ARE NOT GALVANIZED!!! Thanks to John, Logan, bbqbob, and Powderman, I am stuck with this junk! Nowhere in the description of this product does it mention what kind of metal it is. I ordered this product based on these answers. Don't answer Questions when you don't have an informed answer!!!
917025
The color appears to be incorporated into the metal, not painted on. This is a great garlic press. I do not expect to have any problems with it for a long time. I love it.