Social media for blacksmiths and ironsmiths, sorted.
A month of posts written for your line of work: the caption, the hashtags, what to photograph and the day to post. Answer six questions and the first month is free.
Where your plan focuses
The platform and content mix SahiPost starts from for this trade. It is a starting point, not a rule.
Platforms
What you post
A sample post
This is the kind of post that lands in your plan, here for Instagram.
From glowing bar to finished gate. Every piece is heated, hammered, welded, primed and painted by hand. Custom ironwork made in {city}.
Photo brief. A blacksmith in a leather apron and safety glasses hammering a glowing bar on an anvil, embers soft in the background.
Myths your customers believe
Posts that correct a myth earn trust. Your plan includes them, with your business name attached.
Myth. All iron gates rust quickly
Fact. Proper surface preparation, primer and good paint, plus touch-ups, keep iron gates protected for many years.
Myth. Hand-forged work is only decorative
Fact. Forging aligns and strengthens metal. Hand-forged tools and fittings can be very durable.
Myth. Thicker metal is always better
Fact. The right section depends on the design and load. Good joints and design matter as much as thickness.
Myth. Blacksmithing is a dying craft
Fact. Custom gates, grills, tools and decor keep traditional smiths busy where people value strong, personal work.
How to stop iron gates from rusting
- Wash off dust and mud regularly
- Touch up chipped paint quickly
- Repaint every few years before rust spreads
Questions your customers ask
Do you make custom designs?
Yes. Share a sketch or photo of what you like and the size, and we suggest a design that suits your home and budget.
How do you prevent rust?
We clean the metal, apply primer and finish coats. Regular touch-ups keep it protected.
Do you repair old gates and grills?
Yes, broken joints, bent bars and hinges can usually be repaired.
Do you make farm tools?
Yes. Tell us the tool and how you use it, and we forge it to suit.
How long does a gate take?
It depends on size and design. We give a timeline when we finalise the design.
Do you install?
Yes, we fix gates and grills on site with proper anchoring.
Hashtags to start with
Ready for a month of posts?
Six questions, about two minutes. No card, and the first month stays free.