Light gauge steel construction is very similar to wood framed construction in principle the wooden framing members are replaced with thin steel sections.
Light metal framing construction.
There are two types of steel used cold rolled light gauge and hot rolled structural beams both types are impervious to rot and insects while being nearly fire proof.
Are used without framing.
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This is in contrast to thicker hot rolled sections that are shaped while the steel is molten hot.
Steel ranges drastically between 0 50 and 75 per linear foot and is the only type of metal framing available for both residential and commercial structures.
Framing in construction is the fitting together of pieces to give a structure support and shape.
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Light steel buildings which can be both residential and commercial consist of steel frames and trusses that are.