Types & Profiles of Metal Roof Decking

When it comes to metal decking for your project, selecting the right type is essential for both immediate and long-term project success. There are several profiles, sizes and finishes to choose from, all of which have different characteristics and benefits. Here at O’Donnell Metal Deck, we offer superior quality products and profile options for roofing, …

Metal Deck Cost Guide for 2023

  Steel decking is the ideal option for providing structural support on your commercial building projects. Given the wide selection of metal decking that is available, it can be difficult to decide which product will perform the best — let alone what the associated costs may be. The good news is that our experts at …

Understanding Metal Form Deck vs. Composite Deck

Composite decks and form decks are two choices of metal deck options. Both can be used in a variety of applications, but how do you know which one is best suited for your needs? In this guide, we will explain the key differences between these two products and potentially why the EOR specified a particular …

What is Metal Deck For Concrete?

Metal Deck for Concrete: Understanding Composite And Form Decking    Multi-story and large commercial developments require a lot of planning, preparation and man-hours to take a project from groundbreaking to ribbon cutting. While you may be familiar with roof decking – the structural metal panel designed to provide support and act as a structural base …

Dovetail Metal Deck: Buyer’s Guide

What Is Dovetail Metal Deck?  While B deck and N deck are two of the most popular metal roof and floor decking types in commercial and multi-floor properties, one emerging variety is dovetail decking. Available in both floor and roof types, dovetail deck is best used when you’re looking for long spans (10 to 25 …

Types of Metal Deck Finishes

Types of Metal Deck Finishes The finish of the steel coil used for metal decking is most commonly one of the below: Non-Galvanized or “Cold Rolled”  Uncoated steel, painted with primer. Metal deck primer is applied to provide provisional protection. Commonly grey/grey or grey/white. Galvanized  The zinc coating acts as the protective barrier between the …

The Anatomy Of Metal Deck

Also known as roof deck, non-composite floor deck, composite floor deck, metal deck, decking or just deck.  Steel deck is a cold-formed steel panel usually used as a structural platform to form a roof or floor. In order to understand exactly what is metal deck used for, you first need to understand a few basic …

Steel Deck & Bar Joist Mezzanine

A structural steel mezzanine is a mid level floor in a building, commonly between the ground floor and the roof. The structural framing is typically fabricated out of structural steel beams and columns and sometimes bar joists. Metal decking is then used to span across the beams or joists with either concrete or various hard …

Stainless Steel Metal Deck | SS304 & SS316

While it’s common to see cold rolled painted, or galvanized (G-60 or G-90) finishes specified for metal decking. Occasionally highly corrosive environments require stainless steel finish. Call us to speak with a sales rep regarding stainless steel metal deck prices, lead times and project requirements. (410) 796-7968 While it’s common to see cold rolled painted, …