Five different types of steel pipe and tubing that can enhance the quality and overall look of your carport-designed layouts are:
Before you plan to set up your steel carport and gather all the tools, bolts, and other equipment, it’s important to check and cover a few essential things first.
It will further ensure safety and legal procedures down the track.
When building your carport or assembling the pipes, it is important to get the correct measurements and ensure that the strings attached with bolts are in the desired shape and size, especially for the front two posts.
Supports are among the first installation while building the carport. Follow the string lines to get the perfect level and desired measurements, and cut a hole in the exact location to support the beams.
After setting up beams and posts, the next step is to weld the truss. Place it on the beams according to the measurements and continue with the welding process to get the roof.
Depending on the product situation, you can apply the red oxide primer coat on the post and beams to prevent the steel pipes from rusting or other external damaging factors.
After applying the red oxide coat, assemble the cut an L beam on the edges to get the finished look of the carport frame.
The last and final step would be to install the gable trim.
- Steel tubes are hollow, decreasing their weight and load on the metal carport surface.
- Steel tubes have greater strength and are an ideal option for the post.
- Steel tubes have a consistent thickness, cross-sectional shape, and diameter throughout their length.
- Versatile - Durable, strong, and reliable.
- Requires a strong foundation, - Not for DIY projects, - Expensive option.
- Ideal for DIY projects - Available at low prices - Lightweight
- Increase the overall material quantity - Poles are placed every five to eight feet - Structurally Weaker