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Understanding Benefits of Steel for Lightweight Flooring

Steel might be the most viable option when looking for lightweight flooring. While there are plenty of building materials to choose from, a steel floor system ensures the foundation of your project is strong, durable, and fire-resistant while remaining relatively lightweight and easily adapted to the needs of the design.

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Galvanized Steel: Supplying Long Lasting Protection

Galvanizing is more than just a fancy finish for steel. This protective coating ensures that the iron or steel used in a given construction project can withstand the corrosive effect of nature’s elements. As a galvanized steel supplier, we at Peterson Company work with the best galvanizers in the industry

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B Decking: From Form to Finish

Metal roofing and flooring systems can be strong and long-lasting, especially if you opt for the right material. B Decking is popular for these systems because it is strong, lightweight, affordable, easy to install, and perfect for short to medium structural spans. As a B Decking supplier, Peterson Co. is

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Why Steel is the Best for Cable Railing

Handrails, especially those for cable railing, can be constructed from a variety of materials as long as they meet building code requirements and are strong and stable. However, of all the materials available, steel—whether carbon steel or stainless steel—is the most recommended because it is corrosion-resistant, durable, and easy to

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