Technical Articles & Industry News

How long does a light steel house take to build? Design, permits, production, foundation, assembly and fit-out stages; what shortens and what lengthens the programme.

What should a light steel house contract say? A checklist for scope, technical specification, payment plan, handover, warranty, revisions and items not included in the price.

Can you get a mortgage on a light steel house? The title classification, building permit and occupancy certificate banks look for, how it differs from a personal loan, and how to structure payments.

How do you fit a TV, kitchen cabinets, shelves or a boiler to a light steel wall? How to find the stud, which fixing to use, and why heavy loads need reinforcement.

Buying land for a light steel house: how to check zoning status, plot ratios, title deed classification, road frontage and infrastructure. The questions to ask before you buy.

The Thrace climate and light steel: poyraz and karayel winds, snow load and the Ganos earthquake reality. Engineering suitability for Tekirdağ, Edirne and Kırklareli.

Energy efficiency in a light steel house: insulation, airtightness, solving thermal bridging, heat pumps and solar. A comparison of annual running costs.

Prefab house or light steel house? An honest comparison of container, concrete panel and steel framing on lifespan, earthquakes, insulation and cost.

Light steel infill and partition walls instead of brick in reinforced concrete buildings: lower seismic load, speed, insulation and cost, explained by an engineer.

Exterior cladding options for a light steel house: EIFS render, fibre cement siding, decorative stone, composite panel and timber. Cost, lifespan, insulation and maintenance compared.

Foundation types and soil surveys for a light steel house: raft, pad and strip foundations, why a survey is essential, and why light steel needs less foundation.

Light steel garden houses and tiny houses: a fast, insulated, durable solution for country retreats, office cabins, summer houses and guest rooms. Cost, models, permits and timeline.

Adding a floor to an existing building with light steel: the low-weight advantage, structural assessment, permits, timeline and cost. Why light steel is the safest choice for a rooftop addition.

All models from cottage to villa: floor area, price and delivery time comparison. Real project examples from MefSteel.

Building permit, soil survey, structural report, municipal application and occupancy certificate — the full permit process for light steel.

Cold in winter? Mineral wool, OSB, vapour barrier and U-values. Better insulation than reinforced concrete is possible with the right application.

Not renders — real photos delivered on site from our residential, commercial and industrial projects in Tekirdağ, Thrace and Istanbul's European side.

TBDY 2018, the OSB shear wall system, and real earthquake performance. A scientific comparison with reinforced concrete and a soil-class guide.

What does the regulation enacted under Official Gazette No. 33256 bring? A comprehensive guide on profile requirements, seismic design and TBDY 2018 integration.

Material, labour and installation costs per m². Comparison with reinforced concrete and when light steel is more economical.

All stages from project decision to turnkey delivery. Real timelines, on-site experience and customers' most common questions.

Price, earthquake safety, lifespan, permits and maintenance — honest answers to the 25 questions our customers ask most.

How long do light steel homes last? Rust, moisture, fire and earthquake resistance. What you need to know about maintenance and longevity.

A data-driven comparison across 7 critical topics: cost, earthquake performance, construction time and insulation.

Light steel construction in Tekirdağ, Edirne, Kırklareli and Istanbul's European side: climate conditions, soil characteristics and region-specific details.

Investment analysis of a light steel home based on rental yield, the construction-time advantage and energy savings. Compared against reinforced concrete.

Comparing one-storey and two-storey light steel homes in terms of floor-area-ratio calculations, cost difference, structural load and living comfort.

A comparison of three roofing options in terms of cost, thermal insulation, acoustic insulation and installation speed. Which one is right for you?

Reinforced concrete load-bearing frame with light steel infill walls. A step-by-step explanation of the hybrid building system, with real villa project photos.

Garage, storage, and workshop buildings independent of a house project. We compare cost, installation time, and size options.