Key Takeaways:
- Steel garages offer a blend of style, functionality, and sustainability for modern homeowners.
- Integration of technology enhances security and convenience in steel garage construction.
- The versatility of steel garages allows for multi-purpose use beyond just parking vehicles.
- Sustainability features such as rainwater harvesting and energy efficiency make steel garages environmentally friendly.
- Customization options like door styles and colors provide homeowners with aesthetic choices to match their preferences.
- The future of garage building leans towards metal structures due to their durability, low maintenance, and eco-friendliness.
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Have you been thinking about installing a garage unit on your lot? If so, have you considered the new sleek-looking and trendy metal garages an option? Now is the perfect moment to do so if you haven’t already since we’ll be shedding some light on how steel building construction will develop in the future.
Future Of Steel Garages’ Construction
Technology Integration
Steel garages can be easily converted into smart garages. But how, you may ask. Simply by adding these features:
- Adding light sensors which automatically turn on & off.
- Remote-controlled door opening
- Motion sensor cameras that track any suspicious activities
- Smart locks (a key-less feature)
- Emergency alarm sensors
Ensure that you have a strong Wi-Fi signal inside your garage. And, no, metal buildings do not interfere with Wi-Fi signals. That’s a common myth.
Space Optimization With Metal Buildings
With steel, you have the advantage of choosing a clear span interior design. Now, what is it, you may ask? Here, interior support columns are not present & the design is made such that the entire roof weight is equally divided among the sidewall, legs, and frame.
Since there are no supporting beams, you get the freedom to choose any floor plan. Also, an obstruction-free space is more practical if you have two different types of vehicles to park. Some people even opt for metal garages with storage space. Let’s see that in detail below.
Multi-Purpose Use: Beyond Parking
Do you often spend a few hours of your weekend in your garage? Or, are you looking for a garage where you can park cars and store some of your items? Don’t worry. With steel garages, you can get the best of both worlds. Let’s see how.
Steel garages can be sectioned into two parts visually, where you can park your car on one side and use the other as a workspace, a cozy nook to detox your brain, or as a storage space. You can add a foldable desk, potted plants on the window sill, and floating racks to hold your items.
You can even convert the whole steel structure for other uses, such as:
- Workshop
- Home office
- Personal gym & yoga center
- Livable guest house
- Art & craft studio
Emphasis On Sustainability
Steel garages can become a ‘beacon of sustainability’ when there is an increase in environmental awareness. First and foremost, more than 90% of water used in steel production is returned to the source cleaner. And then there is reusability.
Steel is 100% recyclable. Even a small shaving can be collected, sent back to the furnace, melted, and cast into a new shape. All this without losing structural strength or its durability. It lowers your carbon footprint and, with little care, can last for decades.
Rain Water Harvesting
Water is the most basic necessity of life. So, conserving one, whenever possible, is our duty. But how can anyone conserve water with metal garages? You see, metal roof panels do not absorb water content at all. Further, the friction between a metal surface and water is extremely low.
That means water when falling (in the form of rainwater or melting snow), will glide easily toward the ground. Now, you can install a metal gutter that will redirect all water to a specific area. Then, with the help of a downspout, you can collect this water, filter it, and reuse it.
Garages Designs
But one issue with steel buildings, in general, is that they all look dull and grey. Well, not anymore. Many metal dealers offer a variety of color palettes to suit your taste. You can select a color that matches your home to make the whole property look seamless. Or, you can opt for a color that makes your garage look discreet.
You can add a roofline, extended trims, two-tone colors, and landscaping to enhance the garage’s overall appeal. Many metal builders offer 3D designing tools, which makes it easy to set design ideas and envision them on your property. But that is not the end of it. You can even make your garage energy efficient.
Energy Efficient
To make steel garages energy efficient, you can add a source of natural lighting in small multiple windows, clerestory windows, vents, and insulation. This will bring in natural light and put less pressure on your HVAC system to work. Hence, you get savings on energy bills.
You can install solar panels on your metal roof to take it up a notch. You can opt for modern solar panels like:
- Solar shingles (for aesthetic appeal)
- Peel and stick solar panels
- Flexible solar panels
This will greatly reduce your energy bill, and you will enjoy the free electricity source. Before installing solar panels, ensure that the metal structure can bear the load of panels. If not, it may collapse.
Doors’ Customization For Metal Garages
Black Doors
Black never runs out of trend. It is one of the classic and sophisticated colors that has been popular in almost every decade. A black door contrasting with a white-tone home (or other light shades) will look amazing.
If your home is on an uneven plain, you can take advantage of it by having a tucked-in garage that will not dominate the overall look yet be in front and easy to access.
Double Doors
If you have a huge car collection or run a business that lends cars, how about getting double doors for your metal garages? You can mix and match double doors with single doors on either side. This will create a balanced look.
You can still get a double door with a remote control if you have two cars. This will be easy to open with a remote without getting out of your vehicle. Ease of access is a great feature, especially when you have two cars of different sizes.
Detached Garages
Want a garage with more versatile use and security? Steel garages offer various options from various sizes to heights up to 40 ft. So, you can park your everyday car with your beloved RV without needing a new individual garage for each. That’s an excellent option for a family.
Aluminum Glass Doors (Backlit)
If you prefer something more aesthetic, try an aluminum frame glass door. To add that oomph factor, you can install a backlit LED, which will reflect through the glass panels. For security, you can add motion sensor cameras. Metal doors can be designed to look modern and sleek.
Wood Grain Color Steel Doors
Do you love that warm feeling that comes with wood? The problem is wooden doors are very high maintenance. In addition, they are subjected to rotting, decaying, and weakening with time. So, should you give up wooden charms for saving money & security?
Absolutely not. You can install a metal door and paint it with a wood grain color. It will give the illusion of a wooden door with more security and a robust structure with time. Metal buildings, compared to timber-built ones, require less upkeep. You can deal with the rusting part by using or painting galvanized steel. Additionally, metals like aluminum or zinc do not rust with time.
The Future Of Garage Building Is Metal Buildings
You can bet that in a few years, metal structures will become more asked about and trendy than they are now. As more people become conscious about saving the earth and their money, they will switch to metal buildings, which will be great from personal & natural perspectives. To ensure that your metal carport or garage lasts for a long time, always purchase it from a certified steel builder. A high-quality steel structure with correct installation can even outlast you.