Steel Framed Buildings

Steel framed buildings are growing in popularity as home and business owners strive for the solution to additional living and working space. A faster, more affordable approach, these lightweight constructions offer almost endless design opportunities.

At PermaRoof UK, we’re here to help your project run smoothly, regardless of size, scope and design. Through PermaRoom, we offer expert advice, off-the-shelf steel framed buildings or free precision CAD design for a highly customised finish. Fast and easy to erect, the perfect solution.

At PermaGroup, we’re dedicated to helping you increase the value, beauty and scope of your home. Create elegant outdoor living spaces for a wide range of uses with our lightweight and affordable steel framed buildings. We offer a wide range of off-the-shelf options or provide a fully bespoke design service with our in-house CAD design team.

In our online store you’ll find standard sized complete steel frames, ready to erect and finish to your taste and style. Suitable for DIY and straightforward to erect in around an hour for a skilled and competent DIY team. We can help with the insulation, waterproofing and skylights, edge trim and more, all available online with fast delivery across the UK.

• Range of high quality steel frames
• Rubber roofing systems
• P100 Liquid roofing
• Skylights and trim
• Cover board and insulation

Manufactured from galvanised steel, our frames are precision engineered to ensure fast, accurate erection. Using our custom CAD design service means that you can tailor your build to suit very specific needs and for an almost limitless variety of uses:

• Garden room
• Home gym or bar and spa
• Guest or teen bedroom
• Home office or workshop
• Holiday rental

By definition, steel framed buildings are constructions that use a framework model of vertical steel columns and horizontal beams. These structures are typically built in a grid format, that supports the walls and roofing, sometimes incorporating floor joists. Most modern constructions are manufactured from carbon steel and galvanised steel, with alloy and stainless steel typically used in harsh environments.

Not all steel framed buildings are alike in quality and this shows during the build process. Frames that are precision designed from the outset will fit together perfectly and simplify the build process for DIY or professional build, also providing higher tensile strength overall.

Using a steel frame brings a range of benefits to the modern homeowner looking for more space rather than moving to a new house. If you’ve considered a garden room project and looked at a timber or brick construction, you’ll already understand the budget and longevity limitations these bring. We’re here to show you a new approach:

Steel vs. timber

• Steel is one of the strongest materials used in the industry and is much stronger than timber
• Steel will not burn in a fire like a timber framed building will
• Steel does not rot or allow moisture to sink in, so you won’t have any unexpected guests!
• Our system allows us to install better insulation, meaning we can fully soundproof your rooms.

Durable and strong

• One of the strongest materials for construction, steel ensures a long-lasting, pest-resistant core building framework for your project. PermaRoom frames are precision manufactured from galvanised steel.

Cost effective

• Buying a steel frame can help to reduce the overall construction cost, especially compared to brick-built structures – incorporating both materials and labour time. Fast and straightforward, erection of the frame is well within the capabilities of a skilled DIY team of just two people.

Versatile for almost any use

• With a high degree of design flexibility, customised steel frames can be manufactured to suit any use. We sell both standard and bespoke steel frames, offering off-the-shelf or fully designed options. With a range of contemporary designs, these innovative garden buildings can transform your home and give it the flexibility it needs for your lifestyle.

Fast and efficient construction

• With the current housing crisis in the UK, fast, cost-efficient methods of construction are desperately needed. It is just one of the reasons that steel frame buildings have taken the home renovation market by storm.

The latest in steel frame buildings offer a wide range of benefits for homeowners across the UK. If you’ve been considering a timber garden building or an extension to your home, think about how the longevity and performance of a galvanised steel frame could improve your plan:

• All frames are made from galvanised steel
• CAD design structures ensuring strength and durability
• Very quick install time, a typical garden building frame can be built in less than 60-minutes
• Nothing to rot or encumber any infestation of woodworm
• All sizes in stock and ready for same day collection
• Made from 60% recycled steel
• Fully recyclable

All home improvement projects require careful planning and it is likely that you’ll need support on the major ones. We’re here to help with award-winning sales and customer support teams, providing project-specific expert advice, product guidance and installation support, whether you’re doing it yourself or looking for a reliable contractor.

When you’re scoping out the project and thinking about materials, considerations need to made right from the start:

Purpose, usage and design

• To guide your design choices, scope out your intended purpose for the space. Think carefully about factors such as required head height, site position according to the sun and weather to produce the design.

Local authority permission

• For a new build structure, such as a garage or garden room, it is highly likely that planning permission will be needed. In some cases and regions, your choice of materials could contribute to the likelihood of planning permission being granted without amendments or conditions in a new build. Local authority rules and criteria will differ, so a visit to the local planning department can be a wise move for homeowners. It can highlight both constraints and incentives in the use of certain materials, particularly insulation or eco roofing systems.

Ground preparations

• Bear in mind that ground preparations will be needed ahead of the erection of the steel frame. It is not usual for these types of constructions to require foundations or deep footings, a well laid, reinforced concrete pad will most certainly be needed. During ground preparations, it is a good time to run the required services, such as water supply, plumbing and electrics.

Roof build up

• For a full flat roof build-up, consideration needs to be made for insulation and ventilation. There are many types of insulation with varying thermal properties to suit the building needs and energy requirements. Ensure that there is adequate airflow to prevent condensation from forming, as this can lead to issues with mould or damp later.
• Some types of roofing design allow for insulation on the inside of the roof deck, while others may be installed above the roof deck and under the waterproofing system.

Location and weather

• In the UK, homeowners do consider the weather when planning major projects. This is both in terms of materials and products selection and installation. With frequent rain, for example, particular attention should be paid to flat roofing and waterproofing to make sure adequate runoff and drainage is in place. Placement of windows and door openings will allow for optimum use of natural light.

Cost vs. value

• When working on and setting a budget, long-term value will be important, in addition to maintenance costings for comparable materials. A steel structure may cost more than timber initially, but will typically last longer overall and be lighter on maintenance cost over the lifespan.

There are many skilled DIY homeowners willing to tackle some of the bigger home improvement projects and our range of steel framed buildings is perfect for this situation. Precision-designed and manufactured frames fit beautifully together and the skeleton can be commonly erected by a small DIY team in around an hour.

Finishing can be completed quickly with a clear design and the frames are easily insulated and boarded, again, because of precision engineering. We stock Resista insulation boards, skylights and roof waterproofing kits, all with simplified installation suitable for DIY.

Some homeowners planning new build projects may decide to engage a professional building company to handle the construction side of things. If you’re not confident in your DIY skills, then this may be the best approach to fully achieve everything you require from the building. You’ll need to work closely with professionals at every stage, so choose trades that are approachable, helpful and willing to follow your design brief within your requirements and budget.

We’re here to support you every step of the way if you decide to handle the waterproofing yourself or if DIY isn’t for you, a professional installer will be able to complete your project easily and quickly – it may not cost as much as you think…

PermaRoom steel framed buildings can be uniquely tailored using our expert in-house CAD design team. A completely free service, let the team work with you and bring your dream home space to life – way before you even level the ground.

Presented in 3D, we’ll show you around your new space first – using swatches to highlight your design brief. We’ll also make as many amendments as you wish, until we get it right – and you’re happy. We can manage your entire project in conjunction with local, reliable contractors, or we’ll support you as much as we can if you’re building it yourself.

The PermaRoof Resource library is packed with free information to help guide our trade and DIY customers through your projects using our systems and products.  Download brochures and read useful articles, find video guides and installation manuals for waterproofing the roofing. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, give us a call and we’ll be glad to help.

It’s now time to get your garden room project underway. We stock everything you need in our online store and offer fast, UK wide delivery to help keep your  project on track. We work with some of the biggest names in the construction industry, providing genuine, high performance branded systems, complete with technical certifications and manufacturer warranties.

The award-winning teams are on hand if you need assistance with your order, so please get in touch if we can help – try the PermaRoof UK way.