Post Frame Buildings

Post Frame Building Materials

A wide variety of materials never envisioned by industry pioneers are now routinely incorporated into post-frame buildings. So many types of materials can be used on the façade, one may easily mistake a post-frame structure for another kind of building. Today it makes little difference whether the building purchaser favors the esthetics of wood siding, brick or stucco, vinyl, or steel; virtually any kind of cladding may be affixed to a post-frame building.

Wainscoting is popular, and new concrete siding products are now available that present a brick appearance without mortar and associated high installation costs. Any type of wall, ceiling and roof material may be directly affixed to the wood structure, eliminating the time-consuming installation of “nailers” and other devices used in non-wood structures to affix finishing materials. From the most utilitarian to the most ornate needs, post-frame provides an economical solution.

Remodeling with Post Frame Construction

Due to the nature of its design and many external façade options, post-frame also is ideal for building additions and remodeling projects. In some projects, entire buildings have been given a new look and chronically leaky roofs have been covered by post-frame remodeling, without sacrificing the original building.

Advantages of a Post Frame Building

Post-frame structures are much more quickly erected than other kinds of buildings. Because the larger posts and the interlocking frame can handle greater loads than stud-wall construction, less structural materials are needed – which saves on material and installation costs. Pre-assembled roof trusses are often used, which are quickly secured to the frame.

The significant savings in construction time and materials means you can have the quality building you want, in less time, for less money.

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