Most Popular Components by Category

One of the most enjoyable parts of designing your building with General Steel is choosing the building accessories that will make your building unique, personalized and functional. Working with your project coordinator, you will choose from an extensive selection of interior and exterior metal building components.

Building Access

  • CheckmarkSectional Doors
  • CheckmarkWalk Doors
  • CheckmarkRoll Up Doors
  • CheckmarkBi-Fold Doors
  • CheckmarkStorefront Doors

Shade and Light

  • CheckmarkSkylights
  • Checkmark1′-4′ Door Overhangs
  • CheckmarkPerimeter Overhang
  • CheckmarkLight Transmitting Panels
  • CheckmarkWindows

Structural Adjustments

  • CheckmarkSteel Mezzanine
  • CheckmarkPortal Frames
  • CheckmarkFramed Openings
  • CheckmarkMain Frame Endwalls
  • CheckmarkCrane Systems

Aesthetic Choices

  • CheckmarkRoof, Wall and Trim Color
  • CheckmarkGenStone Faux Stone Siding
  • CheckmarkStucco Panels
  • CheckmarkColored Wainscot
  • CheckmarkCupolas

Functionality

  • CheckmarkGutters and Downspouts
  • CheckmarkInsulation
  • CheckmarkLiner Panel
  • CheckmarkRidge Vents
  • CheckmarkLouver Vents

Exterior Components Demonstration

Hover over the icons in the image below to see an example of some of our most popular exterior component choices.

Bi-Fold Door Example

Typically found on aircraft hangar buildings, bi-fold doors are a popular choice for building owners who need a large access door. This photo of a windmill manufacturing building shows the versatility of this type of door and underscores the fact that this access option is no longer confined to hangars.

Bi-Fold Door Metal Building Component

Cupolas

While cupolas are primarily added for aesthetic purposes, these square roof additions add more architectural detail to the shape of the building. Cupolas are a popular choice for agricultural, barn and barndominium projects.

Cupolas on a Metal Building

Walk Door Overhangs

These 1′ to 4′ overhangs create a more interesting entrance to the building while also providing some functional improvements. Door overhangs can help to keep doors and handles cool in the summer and entrances clear of snow in the winter.

Door Overhang Component Example

Interior Components Demonstration

Many exterior components such as wall lights, vents and doors also affect the functionality of the building’s interior. As you can see below, adding wall lights to the building dramatically increases the natural light inside.

Roll Up vs Sectional Doors

While roll up doors and sectional doors are available in the exact same sizes, each type of door has its own unique advantages. As seen in the picture, roll up doors coil into a  canister. Compared to a sectional door, roll up doors do not take up as much overhead interior space. A sectional door slides along a track like a common residential garage door. The advantage of sectional doors over roll up doors is that the building can be shorter. Roll up doors require an extra foot of height to the building’s eave and adding height to the building can be costly.

Roll Up Door Component Example

Wall, Roof and Trim Colors

The color scheme you choose is the easiest way to personalize your building. Your color combination can either make a bold statement or create a more subtle structure meant to blend in with the surrounding landscape. Visit our color choices resource page to see trending color combinations and learn how our paint also delivers a functional benefit in the form of UV protection.

Red Wainscot and Trim on Garage Building

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