Can you frame a deck with steel?

Advantages of Framing a Deck with Steel CFS framing offers commercial-grade strength and can last as long as PVC and composite deck boards — or longer. Steel does not decompose like lumber. Because steel does not warp, the sturdy frame profiles remain straight and true over time.

Is a steel deck cheaper than wood?

What’s the Price Difference between Steel Deck Framing and Pressure-Treated Deck Framing? The price of a deck varies significantly based on the specifications of the project, but for a 300-square-foot deck with steps, expect a roughly $2,500 to $5,000 price difference between steel and pressure-treated wood.

What is the best deck framing material?

Pressure-treated lumber is the popular choice, but steel framing is worth considering.

• Incised pressure-treated wood (right) is darker and typically used in the western United States.
• Keep pressure-treated wood stacked with bands intact to retain the shape until time of use.

How far can steel decking span?

Based on a standard profile of about 2 in. to 3 in. composite deck, typical spans are 10 ft to 15 ft. “When you use a dove- tail profile, you can span 15 ft., but you have to shore it,” notes Abbata.

What kind of steel is used to frame a deck?

LGS framing for decks is typically galvanized to the G90 standard (0.9 ounces of zinc coating per square foot of steel sheet). Deck builders and building officials occasionally react to this by asking why G90 is okay for framing, while G185 (1.85 ounces of zinc per square foot) is required for framing hardware.

Which is the best framing system for a deck?

The interlocking joist and ledger system lets you build sturdy, safe decks with less effort. Our powder coated finish provides increased corrosion-resistance and a more finished look. Discover a smarter steel framing system designed by deck builders, for deck builders. The world built with wood for centuries.

Which is better versadeck or wood deck framing?

Other metal deck framing systems offer only one joist size. Versajoist has more parts to design efficient versatile solutions compared to conventional wood deck framing and other Aluminum or Steel deck framing systems.

What kind of post do you need for a steel deck?

Evolution’s steel post and brackets provide the perfect solution to support your deck. The black powder coated posts look great on their own or can be customized with the trim of your choice. Secures post to concrete landing or pier. Used to secure post to single beam.