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A propane torch and welding mask

Metalworking

Metalworking is a skill which allows a player to barricade windows and doors, craft metal structures and containers, and disassemble many metallic objects in the world.

Basic Requirements

Equipment

A propane torch and welding mask are required for construction and disassembly.
Welding Rods are required for construction of items.
A propane tank can be used to refill propane torches with fuel.

Materials

Materials used in metalworking can be found in containers throughout the world, or obtained by disassembling objects. These materials include:

Other Requirements

Unless a character has started with the Metalworker occupation, they will also need to read the relevant metalworking magazines before items can be constructed.

Item	Description
File:MagazineWelding.png The Metalwork Magazine Vol.1	Teaches Recipes: Make Metal Walls, Make Metal Roof
The Metalwork Magazine Vol.2	Teaches Recipes: Make Metal Containers
The Metalwork Magazine Vol.3	Teaches Recipes: Make Metal Fences
The Metalwork Magazine Vol.4	Teaches Recipes: Make Metal Sheet,

Getting Started

Before Training

Due to the scarcity of material, if a higher level is desired it's important to maximize XP gain by reading the Metalworking skill books.

Metalworking for Beginners (Levels 1-2)
Metalworking for Intermediate (Levels 3-4)
Advanced Metalworking (Levels 5-6)
Expert Metalworking (Levels 7-8)
Master Metalworking (Levels 9-10)

Early Levels

Metal barricades can be constructed at Level 0, without reading any recipe magazines or using welding rods. These barricades have much more HP than planks, making them an excellent choice for fortifying windows and doors.

Product	XP gained	Skill(s)	Recipe	Ingredient 1	Ingredient 2	Ingredient 3	Ingredient 4
Barricade (Metal Bars)	1.5 Metalworking	none		Propane Torch (1 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	One of: Door Window	Metal Bar x3 (consumed)
Barricade (Metal Sheet)	1.5 Metalworking	none		Propane Torch (1 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	One of: Door Window	Metal Sheet x1 (consumed)

Gaining XP and Materials

Disassembly

With the propane torch and welding mask equipped, objects in the world can be disassembled by right-clicking. Depending on the skill level, one of three things can happen:

Regular materials + scrap metal will be awarded
Only scrap metal will be awarded (partial failure)
No items will be awarded (total failure)

The full experience amount will be given in all cases.

Items that can be Deconstructed

Below is a list of some of the objects that can be taken apart, with the base XP beside each object.

Car Wreck - Varying XP, depends on vehicle type
Dumpster - 5 XP
Large Metal Shelf - 5 XP
Bath - 5 XP
Frige - 3.75 XP
Vending Machine - 3.75 XP
Big Locker - 2.5 XP
Bin - 2.5 XP
File Cabinet - 2.5 XP
Metal Door - 2.5 XP
Large Locker - 2.5 XP
Oven - 2.5 XP
Steel Counter - 2.5 XP
Road Sign - 2.5 XP
Clothing Dryer - 2.5 XP
Washing Machine - 2.5 XP
Chest Freezer - 2.5 XP
Charcoal BBQ - 1.25 XP
Small Locker - 1.25 XP
Microwave - 1.25 XP
Shower - 1.25 XP
Sink - 1.25 XP
Toilet - 1.25 XP
Metal Chair - 1.25 XP

Milestones

The most notable items that can be crafted with metalworking are below:

Product	XP gained	Skill(s)	Ingredient 1	Ingredient 2	Ingredient 3	Ingredient 4	Ingredient 5	Ingredient 6	Ingredient 7
Metal Wall Lvl 1	3.75 Metalworking	Metalworking 2	Propane Torch (7 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	One of: Wooden Wall Frame Metal Wall Frame	Metal Sheet x3 (consumed)
Metal Crate	5 Metalworking	Metalworking 4	Propane Torch (2 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	Welding Rods (1 units) (consumed)	Metal Pipe x2 (consumed)	Metal Sheet x2 (consumed)	Small Metal Sheet x2 (consumed)	Scrap Metal x1 (consumed)
Big Wired Fence	5 Metalworking	Metalworking 5	Propane Torch (1 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	Metal Pipe x3 (consumed)	Scrap Metal x4 (consumed)	Wire (3 units) (consumed)
Big Pole Fence	6.25 Metalworking	Metalworking 7	Propane Torch (2 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	Welding Rods (1 units) (consumed)	Metal Pipe x5 (consumed)	Scrap Metal x2 (consumed)
Big Pole Fence Gate	6.25 Metalworking	Metalworking 7	Propane Torch (2 units) (keep)	Welder Mask (keep)	Welding Rods (1 units) (consumed)	Metal Pipe x5 (consumed)	Scrap Metal x4 (consumed)	Door Hinge x2 (consumed)

Trivia

Metal constructions can be destroyed with fire.
Blacksmithing is planned to be implemented into the game, evidenced by the Smithing Magazines^Removed!, which would be used for item and weapon construction, most likely using the metalworking skill.

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+== Metalworking ==
+'''Metalworking''' is a [[Skills|skill]] which allows a player to [[Barricade|barricade]] windows and doors, craft [[Crafting/Metalworking|metal structures and containers]], and disassemble many metallic objects in the world.
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-== Metalworking Guide ==
-Metalworking in Project Zomboid builds some of the more durable fortifications available, and also allows for the creation of weaponry.
-=== Basic Equipment Required ===
-The equipment needed for Metalworking are as follows:
-* [[Propane Torch]] (used for construction and deconstruction of items)
-* [[Welding Mask]] (used for construction and deconstruction of items)
-* [[Welding Rods]] '''(used only for construction)'''
-* [[Propane Tank]] (used for refilling propane torch)
-If your character did not start as a Metalworker, the following are also required:
-* [[Recipe_Magazines#Metalworking|Metalworking Magazines]] 1-4 (used for fortification construction)
-* [[Recipe_Magazines#Smithing|Smithing Magazines]]<span style="color:red"><sup>'''Removed!'''</sup></span> 1-4  (used for weapon construction)
-It would also speed up your experience gain in Metalworking if you had the following Skill Books:
-* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Metalworking for Beginners]] (Levels 1-2)
-* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Metalworking for Intermediate]] (Levels 3-4)
-* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Advanced Metalworking]] (Levels 5-6)
-* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Expert Metalworking]] (Levels 7-8)
-* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Master Metalworking]] (Levels 9-10)
-== Deconstructing Items ==
-To gain metal bars, pipes, scrap, etc. you will need to deconstruct various items in the world to gain basic metal parts, or find them stored in crates in-game.
-To deconstruct items, you will need the Welding Mask and the Welder. Otherwise, the option to deconstruct an item will not appear.
-Based on your experience level when deconstructing a fixture in-game, one of three things can happen:
-# You will be given the part for the item
-# You will get scrap metal for the item (partial fail)
-# You will get nothing from the item (complete fail)
-The result is dependent on your skill level, and thus the higher the skill level, the more chance of success.
-A character will still receive experience even if the deconstruction was unsuccessful.
-=== Items that can be Deconstructed ===
-The following furniture in the world can be deconstructed and provide experience and parts for metalworking: (incomplete list)
-* Kitchen Sinks
-* Bathroom Skins
-* Shower basins
-* Bathtubs
-* Toilets
-* Road Signposts
-* Metal fences
-* Vending machines
-* Metal Kitchen cabinets
-* Metal Chairs
-* Washing Machines
-* Dryers
-* Lockers
-* [[Car Wreck]]
-If a skill book has been trained while deconstructing, the XP gain will be far higher and is realistically required as metal furnishings in the world are not common.
-=== Time required while Deconstructing ===
+== Basic Requirements ==
-It should be noted it takes a considerable amount of time to deconstruct (and reconstruct) anything relating to metal. You should be careful and wary if zombies are in the vicinity while doing so, as deconstructing something on an accelerated time speed could get the player attacked.
+=== Equipment ===
+* A [[Propane Torch|propane torch]] and [[Welding Mask|welding mask]] are required for construction and disassembly.
+* [[Welding Rods]] are required for construction of items.
+* A [[Propane Tank|propane tank]] can be used to refill [[Propane Torch|propane torches]] with fuel.
-== Constructing Fortifications ==
+=== Materials ===
-=== Recipe Magazines for Metalworking ===
+Materials used in metalworking can be found in containers throughout the world, or obtained by disassembling objects. These materials include:
-To a non-metalworker player, the following skill books will need to be found in-game to learn the skills necessary to construct specific fortifications.
+* [[Metal Sheet]]
+* [[Small Metal Sheet]]
-These recipe magazines can be found in bookcases, and also within mailboxes outside of in-game houses.
+* [[Metal Bar]]
+* [[Metal Pipe]]
+* [[Scrap Metal]]
+* [[Wire]]
+=== Other Requirements ===
+''Unless a character has started with the [[Occupation#Metalworker|Metalworker]] occupation, they will also need to read the relevant [[Recipe_Magazines#Metalworking|metalworking magazines]] before items can be constructed.''
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-=== Required Materials ===
-N.B. See [[Metal wall|Metal Wall]] for wall guide.
+== Getting Started ==
+=== Before Training ===
+Due to the scarcity of material, if a higher level is desired it's important to maximize XP gain by reading the [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Metalworking skill books]].
+* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Metalworking for Beginners]] (Levels 1-2)
+* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Metalworking for Intermediate]] (Levels 3-4)
+* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Advanced Metalworking]] (Levels 5-6)
+* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Expert Metalworking]] (Levels 7-8)
+* [[Skill_Books#Skill_Book_Item_List|Master Metalworking]] (Levels 9-10)
+=== Early Levels ===
+[[Barricade|Metal barricades]] can be constructed at '''Level 0, without reading any recipe magazines or using welding rods.''' These barricades have much more HP than planks, making them an excellent choice for fortifying windows and doors.
+{{Crafting header|ing=4}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|201|ing=4}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|202|ing=4}}
+|}
+== Gaining XP and Materials ==
+=== Disassembly ===
+With the [[Propane Torch|propane torch]] and [[Welding Mask|welding mask]] equipped, objects in the world can be disassembled by right-clicking.
+Depending on the skill level, one of three things can happen:
+# Regular materials + scrap metal will be awarded
+# Only scrap metal will be awarded (partial failure)
+# No items will be awarded (total failure)
+The '''full experience amount''' will be given in all cases.
+=== Items that can be Deconstructed ===
+Below is a list of some of the objects that can be taken apart, with the '''base XP''' beside each object.
+* [[Car Wreck]] - Varying XP, depends on vehicle type
+* Dumpster - 5 XP
+* Large Metal Shelf - 5 XP
+* Bath - 5 XP
+* Frige - 3.75 XP
+* Vending Machine - 3.75 XP
+* Big Locker - 2.5 XP
+* Bin - 2.5 XP
+* File Cabinet - 2.5 XP
+* Metal Door - 2.5 XP
+* Large Locker - 2.5 XP
+* Oven - 2.5 XP
+* Steel Counter - 2.5 XP
+* Road Sign - 2.5 XP
+* Clothing Dryer - 2.5 XP
+* Washing Machine - 2.5 XP
+* Chest Freezer - 2.5 XP
+* Charcoal BBQ - 1.25 XP
+* Small Locker - 1.25 XP
+* Microwave - 1.25 XP
+* Shower - 1.25 XP
+* Sink - 1.25 XP
+* Toilet - 1.25 XP
+* Metal Chair - 1.25 XP
+=== Milestones ===
+The most notable items that can be crafted with metalworking are below:
+{{Crafting header|ing=7}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|302|ing=7}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|602|ing=7}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|312|ing=7}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|311|ing=7}}
+{{Crafting metalworking|402|ing=7}}
+|}
 [[Category:Spiffo's Construction Crew (Project)]]
 [[Category:Guides]]
+== Trivia ==
+* Metal constructions can be destroyed with [[Fire|fire]].
+* Blacksmithing is planned to be implemented into the game, evidenced by the [[Recipe_Magazines#Smithing|Smithing Magazines]]<span style="color:red"><sup>'''Removed!'''</sup></span>, which would be used for item and weapon construction, most likely using the metalworking skill.