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Posted by Jonny on January 16, 2007, 5:25 am
> In a previous post Michael Bulatovich wrote...
>> > Steel framing used to be more economical than using lumber.
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>> On what kind of building and where?
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> I second Michael's questions. Steel has never been more economical than
> wood for residential and small commercial construction.
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> --
> Bob Morrison, PE, SE
> R L Morrison Engineering Co
> Structural & Civil Engineering
> Poulsbo WA
> bob at rlmorrisonengr dot com
Long term, its not better than wood framing regarding in-wall minor water
leaks. The steel will rust, and the wood will rot. Doesn't matter the
chemical protection provided to either material.
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Jonny
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