How does Tableaux® faux wrought iron compare to traditional decorative wrought iron?

Tableaux® is not iron at all! It is crafted from a composite material made from recycled or reclaimed wood fibers and resins.

Ornamental Iron work design dates back to the 6th century.  Iron smithing and iron decorative crafting spread from utilitarian weaponry, window and door security bars, fencing to highly skilled iron artistry.  Wrought iron art like many other crafts evolved dramatically because of new technology and materials. Today we still have the strength and beauty of wrought iron available to us for structural applications such as security window grilles, fencing, railings, and doors.