You can now use metal for residential and light commercial projects like homes, outbuildings, and carports; metal has become a popular choice because of its strength, durability and resilience. With the new innovations in technology metal is no longer used just for big skyscrapers.
Prior to using metal we were more comfortable using wood as the preferred building material. Why choose metal over wood? With the propagation of mold and mildew in residential buildings, using metal minimizes these infestations. Mold needs moist, porous material to grow. Metal studs do not have those properties. This will prevent many people with mold allergies from needless suffering and in severe cases, death.
Household pests, such as termites, insects and rodents, aren’t able to eat away your investment as they are able to do so through wood. This is especially significant in rural areas where this is an ever growing problem.
Above it’s significant over wood. Metal is also a ‘green’ product; it is structurally sound and manufactured to strict specifications and tolerances. Metal doesn’t warp, buckle, twist or bend and any excess material is 100% recyclable. No need to worry about weaknesses such as knots or splits as you would with wood. The use of metal products can also slow the spread of fire and structural damage if one ever does occur.
Another unique property of metal components is their strength. A metal I-beam can sustain more weight over a longer span which allows for larger rooms and wider open spaces than a wood structure.
Metal trusses are also manufactured which puts much less stress on the foundation of your building. The metal roof has also become quite popular. Using metal is not only more reliable it is much more economic for the consumer. The cost of metal is significantly less than wood with very little waste.
Metal buildings come in a multiple shapes, sizes, colors and finishes. You can purchase a do-it-yourself kit or have one custom made to your specifications. There are carports, garages, storage buildings, riding arenas and even churches completely constructed of metal.
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