Construction with LSF

Light steel framing construction is a modern building technique that uses lightweight steel sections to create a structural frame. This technique offers various benefits, including faster construction times, reduced material waste, and improved energy efficiency. Light steel framing construction is becoming increasingly popular for both residential and commercial buildings due to its durability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness.


Claddind with Etic´s

An External Thermal Insulation Composite System (ETICS), also known as an Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS) in North America, is a type of cladding system that can be used on LSF houses. ETICS consists of an insulation layer that is attached to the exterior of the building, a reinforcement layer that is applied over the insulation, and a decorative finish coat that provides the final appearance of the cladding.

The process of installing ETICS on an LSF house involves several steps. First, the insulation panels are cut to size and attached to the exterior sheathing using adhesive or mechanical fasteners. Next, the reinforcement layer, which typically consists of a fiberglass mesh embedded in a base coat, is applied over the insulation. Finally, the finish coat is applied over the reinforcement layer according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

ETICS can provide several benefits when used as a cladding system on LSF houses. It can improve the energy efficiency of the building by reducing heat loss through the walls, and it can provide a durable and attractive finish for the exterior of the building.

Wool Rock Insulation

Rock wool insulation, also known as mineral wool insulation, is made from natural rock and steel slag, a recycled by-product of steel production. It offers several advantages such as excellent performance in terms of both thermal and noise insulation.

Rock wool can be used as an insulating material in Light Steel Frame (LSF) houses. 
Rock wool is a type of insulation that can be placed on walls and roofs of LSF houses. It has high thermal and acoustic insulation properties, which can increase the energy efficiency of the house and bring greater comfort. 

Additionally, rock wool has fire-resistant properties. It is also quite durable and resistant to fire, mold, mildew, etc. Rock wool insulation can be used as fire protection and sound insulation too. The high R-value of mineral wool insulation ensures that it is incredibly energy efficient.

Sandwich Roofing Sheet

A sandwich panel is a product used to clad the walls and roofs of buildings. Each panel comprises a core of thermoregulating material, skinned on both sides with sheet metal. Sandwich panels are not structural materials but curtain materials. The structural forces are carried by the steel framework or other carrier frame to which the sandwich panels are attached.

Drywalls, Interiors

Drywall, also known as plasterboard or wallboard, is a panel made of calcium sulfate dehydrate (gypsum) with or without additives, typically extruded between thick sheets of facer and backer paper. It is used in the construction of interior walls and ceilings. Drywall is a convenient alternative to plaster and offers several advantages such as easy installation, fire resistance, and sound insulation.

Drywall is a popular building material made from gypsum that is used to form the flat surfaces of walls and ceilings in most modern homes. Also known as wallboard, plasterboard, gypsum board, or Sheetrock (a popular brand name by U.S. Gypsum Corporation), drywall is a convenient alternative to plaster. Depending on the place it will be installed, there are several different types of drywall that you can choose from. There is also an ECO board made from recycled material to create drywall that looks like concrete.


One important advantage that drywall offers is the presence of tapered edges on the long sides of drywall sheets. When joined together, these edges form a shallow recess for drywall tape and joint compound that allows for invisible finished joints. The different drywall options are often known by their color, and it's important to choose the right type for the project.


Types of Drywalls

  • Regular Drywall or White Board
  • Green Board Drywall
  • Blue Board Drywall
  • Paperless Drywall
  • Purple Drywall
  • Type X Drywall
  • Soundproof Drywall
  • Choosing Drywall

 

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