 | Screw-attached components eliminate
squeaks, nail pops and resulting callback for repairs. |
| Corrosion resistant members won't shrink,
warp, rot or split. |
| Consistent dimensions mean straighter,
stronger walls and floors. |
| Superior strength for longer floor spans
and taller walls. |
| Cut-to-length material reduces in-field
cutting and waste up to 75%. |
| Engineered performance; designed to
withstand hurricane and earthquake forces. |
| Noncombustible, and will not support
termites or other insects or vermin. |
| Environmentally friendly; easy to recycle
or reuse. Saves trees and wildlife. |
Since the advent of steel
framing, components
were designed to be compatible with wood framing materials. As a
result, steel and wood often is used in combination for residential
construction framing.
There are four phases of framing where steel
components can be used: floor joists, exterior and load-bearing
walls, non-load-bearing partition walls and
roof rafters and supports.
Define load-bearing:
Outer or interior walls that support the weight of
the roof or higher floors.
Define non-load-bearing:
Walls that do not support the structure above, such
as ends of joists or trusses and partition walls.
Please note:
25 gauge steel studs are designed for use in
non-load-bearing construction only. For load-bearing
application, consult a qualified and licensed architect or engineer.
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