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Pros & Cons of Steel Framed Homes Over Timber

  • Perla Irish
  • July 7, 2021
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  1. Light
  2. Strong
  3. High-Quality
  4. Versatile
  5. Pest Proof
  6. Energy Efficiency
  7. Environmentally Friendly
  8. Final Thoughts

Timber-framed homes have been a tradition in Australia for many years. Hardwood is used to create a stunning look and, when complemented by lots of glass, it can be a surprisingly modern aesthetic.

However, in recent years there has been an increase in steel-framed houses.

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Pros & Cons of Steel Framed Homes Over Timber

The process is similar to wood. However, instead of visiting a timber merchant, you can chat with a specialist in steel fabrication Sydney.

They can help you to decide how much steel you need, what size supports they are, and how easy it is to put together.

In fact, there are several benefits to using steel when building your house frame.

Light

Steel is surprisingly light. In fact, a beam of steel weighs less than a similar beam of wood. This makes it much easier to deliver and maneuver, reducing the delivery costs.

In addition, the ease in which it can be moved around and joined together means that there are fewer laborers needed to complete the job.

That makes it faster and cheaper to erect.


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Strong

Steel is incredibly strong. The strength of the beams allows for much larger open spaces in the home.

It also makes the property better able to deal with natural disasters. Naturally, the steel home needs to be constructed according to designs that maximize strength and space, giving it the best chance of surviving a hurricane or even a bush fire.

High-Quality

The steel framework is produced in a factory and then shipped to the building site already in the desired shapes.

The great thing about this is that the production of steel isn’t affected by the weather. Instead, the process is carefully controlled to ensure that the quality of every piece of steel is the same, making it just right to build with.

Versatile

Steel is incredibly versatile. Because of its strength, you can make a house with unusual shapes, large open expanses, and other features that wouldn’t normally be possible in a wooden house.

Pest Proof

Don’t forget that rodents can gnaw through wood and termites love to eat it. However, these pests won’t attack steel framework and, if you opt for steel cladding as well you can instantly keep the majority of pests out of your home.

Energy Efficiency

It may surprise you but a steel-framed house is generally more energy-efficient than a wood-framed home.

This is because they are better at retaining thermal heat, allowing you to keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Environmentally Friendly

Wood comes from trees that are cut down. Even if they are replaced it takes years for them to grow back to the size they were.

This isn’t the same for steel. Steel is 100% recyclable. The only environmental impact is caused by heating the metal hot enough to melt it and reshape it.

Final Thoughts

Wood-framed houses are a popular option because they have been in use for years. But, the bottom line is that steel is easier to work with, better for the environment and your wallet, and stronger. It is the material of the future.

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