| With the green building movement continuously | | | | process, allowing for much roomier, open spaces |
| increasing in popularity, it comes as no surprise | | | | providing one with numerous choices in regards to |
| that people are turning to more recyclable, | | | | interior design once construction is complete. |
| durable, and cost-effective building materials. | | | | Another benefit to using steel is that the process |
| Builders are looking for answers to their | | | | by which steel is molded contributes to a level of |
| construction needs while reducing the impact of | | | | consistency in the shape of building components |
| construction on the environment. These concerns, | | | | that is virtually unattainable with other materials. |
| coupled with recession-related cutbacks, have | | | | In many situations when using other materials, |
| turned countless builders on to steel as a building | | | | finished products look far different from initial |
| material. There are numerous advantages to | | | | specifications. Construction with steel eliminates |
| working with steel: | | | | this headache. Furthermore, steel comes in |
| Saving Costs | | | | various colors. There are a number of |
| There are a number of reasons why building with | | | | standard-framed models as well. Steel is suitable |
| steel cuts costs in the end. Steel, for instance, | | | | for whatever type of construction you are |
| does not chip; thus, repair costs over time are | | | | looking to build, from offices to houses to storage |
| limited. In addition, the risk of fire is significantly | | | | sheds. |
| lower when working with steel as opposed to | | | | Durability |
| other materials, as steel is not flammable. This can | | | | It is widely known that steel is a highly durable |
| lower your fire insurance premiums substantially - | | | | material that does not chip or rot like wood, and |
| and in this economy, cutting costs without losing | | | | does not promote the growth of mold or mildew. |
| value to your new building is a step in the right | | | | There is virtually no risk of termite, insect, or |
| direction. | | | | rodent infestation. In addition, the weight of |
| Building Green | | | | building components for steel are lighter than |
| Steel is 100% recyclable, making it an eco-friendly | | | | wood. This helps with framing and foundation |
| choice. Building with steel generates much less | | | | costs. Furthermore, steel constructions can |
| waste than building a home or building with wood. | | | | withstand some of the most extreme weather |
| For example, an average wood framed home | | | | conditions on earth. Steel should thus be strongly |
| produces approximately 50 cubic feet of waste | | | | considered in areas susceptible to hurricanes, |
| that will inevitably end up in a landfill. In | | | | earthquakes, high winds, and floods. |
| comparison, a steel made home generates only | | | | Steel is a cost-effective and environmentally |
| of 1.5 cubic feet of waste on average. | | | | friendly choice for your next building project. |
| Design Aesthetic | | | | Additionally, it can save you time and money on |
| When building with steel, a wide range of design | | | | labor costs, ensuring you make your construction |
| options are available. Due to the strength of steel, | | | | deadlines. Overall, steel is arguably the most |
| towering walls are a viable option in the design | | | | practical building material available. |