Metal stud framing is primarily used for commercial construction framing. Typical uses are schools, restaurants, multifamily housing, hotels, and buildings over 6 floors. While metal… Read More »6 ways to frame faster with metal studs
Metal stud prices seem to have regained their January 2023 price point. I think its unlikely that they will fall more. They will probably start… Read More »Structural Metal Stud prices Louisiana/Texas July 2023
As builders and developers we are always looking for alternatives to cut costs while raising the quality of our end product. Varying exterior sheathing options… Read More »Alternatives to Plywood for exterior sheathing
Metal stud prices are falling fast. Our distributor sources say that metal could return to the two year January 2023 low in a month from… Read More »Structural Metal Stud prices Louisiana/Texas June 2023
Metal stud prices continue to be volatile. Our distributers indicate there might be some mill deals coming up which could cause temporary price drops. The… Read More »Structural Metal Stud prices Louisiana/Texas May 2023
Prefabricated trusses have proven to be a far more efficient alternative than traditional framing for a roof. Often, all trusses can be erected in one… Read More »Engineering Criteria for Roof Truss Design
Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/investing/future/hrnj23 Metal stud prices seem to be stabilizing after their mid-March high. There are hints of future price drops in the steel market. This… Read More »Structural Metal Stud prices Louisiana/Texas April 2023
To go with Light Gauge Steel vs Red Iron Kits are important considerations for developers and design builders. For years, red iron kits were popular… Read More »Light Gauge Steel vs Red Iron Kits
General Contractors/Steel Framing subcontractors can expect a metal stud price raise as Steel mills increase their raw material pricing. Large manufactures such as ClarkDietrich publicly… Read More »Structural Metal Stud prices Louisiana/Texas March 2023
Structural cold-form / light-gauge studs are used in axial load-bearing walls, curtain walls, interior partitions, floor joists, and roof trusses. Steel is required for most… Read More »Structural Metal Studs