A pair of I-beams support a three-story brick chimney in this basement remodel. More
Installing a flush flitch-plate beam; rotproof brackets More
The LVL beam had been installed in an earlier remodel to replace structural partitions supporting the second floor. Since Cox knew that a flush steel beam could do the job just as well — but invisibly — he offered to include the swap-out in the contract. More
Here's how to reinforce garage walls that are only 10 inches wide to prevent racking. More
Q: For the same loads, which is heavier, structural steel beams or lumber beams? More
A structural engineer offers some practical guidelines for building tall window walls that are strong enough for the job. More
A thorough guide to using structural steel in wood frame construction. More
A journeyman carpenter explains how to install steel studs and tells why he prefers them on many remodeling jobs. More
This long-time steel builder describes the basics of pre-cut steel house frames and why he’ll take the screw gun over the hammer any day. More
