Red Iron Buildings
Red Iron Buildings are types of steel buildings that use I-Beams for framing. The name 'red iron' originates from manufacturers applying a coat of red oxide to the beams in order to protect them during shipping.
When you construct a building with steel you have many advantages when compared to wood and other traditional materials. Metal resists weather and storms. It's not as expansive as wood, and it won't swell or shrink. You have fewer maintenance costs, and the building is resistant to fire damage. These buildings are the right choice for garages, workshops, commercial structures, and wherever you need a solid and dependable building.
Red iron steel buildings can typically span expanses of 50 feet without interior columns being necessary. This gives optimal clear space for whatever your intended use is. These buildings are blank canvases to hold whatever you need them to.
- Garage/Storage (20 x 20 x 12)
- 2 Car Garages (24 x 24 x 11)
- Workshops (24 x 30 x 14)
- Small Storage (20 x 20 x 11)
- Barns (40 x 60 x 20)
- Warehouses (50 x 100 x 20)
These buildings are engineered and customized for your specific needs. This includes the width, length and height as well as accessories like doors, vents and multiple floors. Given that they're engineered, you can have them designed for loads from local building codes, making permit approval as simple as possible.
Using a Red Iron Building results in higher costs up-front than a wood structure when it comes to raw material. In the long run however you save both on the labor to install the building as well as maintenance for years to come. You will also likely save on insurance and other costs which should not be ignored.
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Red Iron Building Advantages
Red Iron Building Disadvantages
You have higher installation costs with red iron steel buildings. You require a lot of manhours to put up the structure. This material isn't ideal for workshops, carports, or other single-use buildings. The material is ideal for industrial buildings or projects that have a large budget. It must be installed by a professional, and this raises the costs significantly.
Prefabricated Metal Building Advantages
Construction times are reduced when you use steel buildings. This saves money and allows you to expand later in less time. You can get the materials from one provider in most cases, so you don't have to worry about multiple deliveries or other headaches. A prefabricated metal building also goes up easily and quickly. You won’t need a contractor and builder to put the building up. Most people with some DIY skills can put one of these buildings up in an afternoon.
There are no interior columns with these buildings. This gives you more flexibility. When you customize the building with windows and doors the full space can be maximized. There is no maximum size for these buildings. They can be used for warehouses, strip malls, manufacturing plants, or for a small carport. No matter what the need you have, a steel building can get the job done. They are easily expanded and are more energy-efficient. You have a better installation when compared to other buildings. This means you have lower energy bills with prefabricated buildings.
Prefabricated Metal Building Disadvantages
Conclusion
Steel prefabricated buildings have an advantage over red iron buildings. Red iron tends to cost more and is more suited to large projects. Prefabricated buildings can be used by anyone and are more versatile for the average builder.