Unveiling the Potential: Stucco as a Viable Option for Metal Structures

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Dec 11, 2023 9:53:30 AM

Metal structures are becoming more and more popular for a variety of reasons—and that is leading to builders looking for innovative ways to create distinctive new looks that differ from the usual look and feel of sheet metal siding.

So, what about stucco? Is it possible to install stucco on a metal structure? The short answer is that yes, it is possible—and we’ll show you how it can be done. Along the way, we’re also going to show you the ET&F® (a Beck brand) STUCCOFAST® Model 500MA System, which is a fantastic tool and fastener system designed to help you install stucco substrates quickly and easily.


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Topics: Steel Studs, Tools, metal studs, Metal Siding, ET&F, sheet metal, power tools, Eco-Friendly Construction, remodel, concrete pins, metal structures, stucco, stuccofast model 500MA




City Building: An Overview of Building Skyscrapers

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Apr 12, 2022 12:14:19 PM

What does it take to build a skyscraper? There are so many facets to it. These are projects that cost hundreds of millions of dollars, so naturally, it starts with a planning phase that can take years to get everything right. Then comes the building phase, in which there are several distinct phases. Throughout, contractors rely on a variety of different materials—and of course, heavy duty tools and fasteners such as those offered by ET&F®, a BECK brand.


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Topics: metal studs, ET&F




10 Benefits of Steel Studs

Posted by Brett McCutcheon on Oct 13, 2016 8:45:00 AM

The Steel Framing Alliance indicates that more than 40 percent of commercial structures are now built with metal studs and nearly 500,000 homes have been built with steel framing over the past decade.  Times have certainly changed as steel studs have gained popularity. Even though they are more costly than the traditional wood stud, they offer superior quality and strength to the structure once installed. 


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Topics: Scrail Fasteners, Steel Studs, fasteners, metal studs





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