If you're considering adding a barn to your property for animals, tools, equipment and so on, you may have thought of building an outbuilding with the same materials as your house. Barns, after all, are always made of wood, right?
In reality, more and more people are opting for metal structures for garages, barns storage spaces, as well as many other purposes. Metal structures are typically more durable, versatile and weatherproof than traditional wooden barns. They are also less expensive.
It's time to consider an iron barn for your property. This is what you need know about metal barns:
They are equally appealing as an old-fashioned barn
We get it--nobody wants ugly eyesores on their property. The overall aesthetics of your home are just equally important as its utility for your family and friends. If you thought that a metal shed would require you to decide between function and appearance, then take a second look.
Metal buildings look similar to traditional barns in a number of ways. Some common features of metal barns include:
- Gable roofs. Gable roofs can be found on both wooden and steel structures. Gable roofs consist of two sloped sides that form a ridge on top. This type of roof is good to let snow and rain go as well as be used to create lofts or storage area inside the building.
- Large, open spaces: Barns are generally big, open spaces that can serve different uses, such as storage of animals, hay, or equipment. Metal buildings can be built with huge, open spaces, which makes them suitable for various uses, such as garages, workshops, or events spaces.
- Barns typically have wide doors to provide easy access to vehicles and equipment. Metal structures can also have doors with a wide width that are ideal for storing large objects.
- Metal siding is used to cover metal buildings. It is strong and simple to maintain and it can be coated to match the design of traditional barn.
They can be customized for the appearance of a barn
There are a variety of ways that a steel structure can be made to look like barns. You can, for instance, include shutters, cupolas, as well as other elements of decoration to your metal building. You can paint your metal structure using a barn-inspired colour scheme, such as red and white.
Choosing a metal structure for your barn doesn't need to make you compromise on how you would like your home to look. A metal barn structure is the best option for your needs and your budget. It is durable, sturdy and affordability as well as various options for customization.