How to Build Bigger and Better Fire-Resistant Decks in Wildfire-Prone Regions
Turn on the evening news or scroll through your news feed… it’s (unfortunately) all too common to see another wildfire domina...
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TO SUPPORT AND DEFEND
Creativity Flows from the Rebel Spirit
Reinforce your vision with our Evolution steel deck framing and stair system. Recognized as an Architectural Record product of the year, this innovative solution lets you experience design flexibility through greater spans, cleaner lines, and the option to work with any type or brand of decking. Be inspired by a sustainable deck framing system that stands the test of time, while standing out with its finished aesthetic.
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Experience design flexibility through greater spans, cleaner lines, and the option to work with any type or brand of decking.
Explore MoreGREATER SPANS, UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS
STRONG, SAFE & ENGINEERED SYSTEM
ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE - STEEL IS RECYCLED AND RECYCLABLE, MAKING IT MORE SUSTAINABLE THAN WOOD
BEAUTIFUL FINISH
NO ROTTING, WARPING OR SPLITTING EVER
Change Starts From The Bottom
Look underneath most decks and you'll see a weak link. Your decking and railing are engineered to last 25 years or more. So, why are you using wood framing? Choose Evolution steel deck framing.
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Evolution Steel Framing Sales Sheet (French)
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Evolution Fire Rating
Evolution Steel Deck Framing Warranty for Galvanized and Powder-Coated Parts
Evolution Steel Deck Framing Warranty For Salt-Water Proximity
Evolution Framing Installation Guide for Railing Post to Frame Attachments
Evolution Framing Material Safety Data Sheet
Evolution Stair Framing Adjustable Stair Tray Installation Guide
Evolution Stair Framing Adjustable Stair Tray Installation Guide (French)
Evolution Stair Framing Adjustable Stair Tray Installation Guide (Spanish)
Evolution Steel Deck Framing Inspection Checklist
Evolution Framing Installation Guide (French)
Evolution Framing Installation Guide (Spanish)
Evolution Steel Framing Grounding Installation Instructions
Evolution Steel Framing Grounding Installation Instructions (French)
Evolution Steel Framing Grounding Installation Instructions (Spanish)
Why Steel Vs Wood
Framing Product Guide
Evolution 5.5" Post Span Charts
10x10 Evolution Framing Takeoff
12x12 Evolution Framing Takeoff
14x14 Evolution Framing Takeoff
16x16 Evolution Framing Takeoff
18x18 Evolution Framing Takeoff
20x20 Evolution Framing Takeoff
12x24 Evolution Framing Takeoff
18x36 Evolution Framing Takeoff
16x24 Evolution Framing Takeoff
20x40 Evolution Framing Takeoff
8x8 Evolution Framing Takeoff
Evolution Steel Framing Catalog (ITI Version)
Evolution Framing Through Bolt & Toggle Bolt Installation Guide
Evolution Framing Through Bolt & Toggle Bolt Installation Guide (Spanish)
Evolution Framing Through Bolt & Toggle Bolt Installation Guide (French)
The Switch to Steel - Deck Professionals Talk About the Next Generation of Deck Building
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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Climate-Resilient Deck Framing: Building a Deck to Withstand the Elements
“The U.S. is Earth’s punching bag for nasty weather,” reports a contributor to PBS News Hour. “Blame geography for the U.S. g...
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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
A Rooftop Deck That’s on Top of Building Code
A rooftop deck is a prized piece of real estate. This sentiment rings particularly true in urban environments, where living s...
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A Rooftop Deck on Top of Chicago’s Updated Building Code
A closer look at Chicago’s Building Code Modernization Ordinance To bring her sky-high vision to life, Delgavio commissioned...
Read MoreEnduring Steel Deck Framing Stands Strong in the Southern Rockies
Philip Purdy has put many miles on his truck over the years. After all, his deck building business, StoneCroft Construction,...
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