Light Gauge Metal Exterior Wall

Lightweight exterior wall systems lsf in recent years the use of lightweight steel framing lsf also referred to light gauge steel lgs as a structural and non structural construction element has emerged and proliferated.

Light gauge metal exterior wall.

The studs for these framing systems must be able to withstand. Gauge refers to the thickness of the metal. Leaders in light gauge design and construction. Most exterior load bearing walls use 16 to 18 gauge studs while interior walls use 20 or 25 gauge materials.

Of walls constructed from cold formed steel. The wind loads to which they will be subjected. Although the research in the original guide is still. This construction method has replaced the traditional method of using brick and mortar.

Exterior curtain wall heights. Using traditional panels like ultra batten which creates a board batten look or a newer more modern siding panel like shiplap wall provides homes with a variety of appearances. Steel studs are sold in a variety of widths comparable to dimensional lumber sizes lengths and metal stud gauges the lower the gauge number the thicker the steel. Though labor rates don t vary by gauge material costs do.

Specializes in the design engineering fabrication and installation of building envelope assemblies for new and existing construction. Metal wall framing or light gauge steel framing an alternative to traditional wood framing has been the standard of commercial construction in the united states since the early 1950s. It serves perfectly for load bearing walls and interior rooms. You ll end up paying between 2 and 5 per square foot depending on the gauge of the metal.

Metal exterior wall panels offer the ability to vertically align each of the siding panels to create appealing sight lines. Sanford is a pioneer in building envelope light metal framing design and structural system prefabrication. The 1995 aisi thermal design guide for exterior walls resulted from this early work. Light gauge steel can replace lumber in residential and light commercial structures.

The weight of the cladding material metal stone tile etc. The 1995 aisi design guide has been the industry s primary reference source on the thermal design of cold formed steel walls since its release.