3-inch tube steps from Outland Automotive feature a black powder coat finish. Outland painted steel Tube Steps feature special E-coated, .07-inch wall steel that is -thick source- powder coat painted for a tough chip resistant finish. The special E-coat under coating provides double rust protection as it bonds to the metal creating a protective layer found no where else. All Outland Tube steps feature no drill installation (except 76-06 Jeep models) for ease of installation and a truly custom fit. All Tube Step Installation brackets are constructed of durable 3/8-inch-1/4-inch powder coat painted steel for long life and years of bounce free use. Each Tube Step feature special UV treated no-slip step pads with 5 mounting pins. These step pads are installed on a compressed portion of the tube- no exposed metal to rust.