: You can often visit local "fab shops" or machine shops to buy "drops" (leftover pieces from larger jobs) at a discount or even get them for free if they are small. 2. Online Metal Retailers

To buy raw steel, you can choose from various sources ranging from convenient for small DIY tasks to industrial metal suppliers for larger fabrication projects. 1. Local Metal Suppliers & Service Centers

: Provides retail locations for convenient in-person browsing of steel, stainless, and aluminum.