Steel-Framed Elevated Decks

Steel framed elevated deck looking up from below to see the steel beams

Create a fire-resistant, steel-framed deck that will last years longer than it’s wood-framed counterpart. Using interlocking joists, you can have a sturdy, safe deck that’s easy to install and maintain for years to come.

Why steel-framed decks?

✔️ Attractive, durable, and virtually maintenance free

✔️ Waterproof deck protects patio below

✔️ More resistant to fire damage than a wood deck

✔️ Costs less than redwood or synthetic decks

✔️ Can be topped with 4” of concrete, pavers, or stone

✔️ Can add surface radiant heating to melt snow on the deck

Steel framed elevated deck

Specs

  • Perimeter beams are W10 x wide flange beams supported by 3” SCH 40 posts

  • Steel joists are 10” 16ga galvanized 50 ksi steel

  • OSB decking is 23/32” T&G OSB

  • Waterproof membrane is 60 mil EPDM rubber membrane

  • Concrete is 3-1/2” natural, colored or patterned concrete with 6x6/2.0 WWM at mid-depth. Slight overhang with flashing at deck edges to shed water.

  • Dead load 58#/sf, Live load 60#/sf

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