Steel Deck Framing: The Smart Foundation for Your Deck

An elevated composite deck with steel deck framing as seen from below. Built by Decks by Schmillen in Colorado Springs.

If you’re looking for a deck that stays strong, straight, and safe for decades, steel deck framing is the upgrade you need!

Why Choose Steel?

Traditional pressure-treated lumber isn’t what it used to be.  Today’s wood is sourced from fast-growing trees and treated with modern chemicals that result in inconsistent performance.  It often arrives overly wet or extremely dry – causing unpredictable shrinking, twisting, or warping as it dries.  These issues can compromise the integrity and appearance of your deck over time.

Steel deck framing eliminates these concerns.

The Benefits of Steel Deck Framing

  • Perfectly Straight and Level – Steel deck framing won’t warp, twist, or bow over time.
  • Durability That Lasts – Resistant to moisture, insects, and rot for decades of worry-free performance.
  • Class 1A Fire Rating – Steel is non-combustible and meets the highest residential fire safety standards.
  • Stronger Load Capacity – Engineered to support longer spans and heavier materials with ease.
  • Low Maintenance – No need for sealing or treating like traditional lumber.

Build it Right from the Ground Up

Steel deck framing provides a superior foundation that enhances the lifespan and performance of your entire outdoor living space.  Whether you’re building a composite deck, a rooftop terrace, or a ground-level platform, steel ensures a rock-solid start.

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Elevated deck that is being built with powder-coated steel deck framing in Colorado Springs

1 – Our clients selected Fortress Evolutions power-coated steel deck framing for their new elevated, covered deck.

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Elevated composite deck with powder-coated steel deck framing in Colorado Springs

2 – The Fortress Evolutions steel deck frame was engineered to exact specifications for this new deck.

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Elevated composite deck with steel deck framing in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs

3 – Powder-coated steel deck framing and support posts were used to build this elevated deck.

Powder-coated deck frame before the composite decking material is installed in Colorado Springs

4 – Building a custom-designed deck with powder-coated steel deck framing. 

Underside view of a composite deck with powder-coated metal deck framing in Colorado Springs

5 – The underside of a deck framed with powder-coated steel.

Powder coated steel deck framing on a composite deck as seen from below the deck in Colorado Springs

6 – Powder-coated steel deck framing will also help reduce glare on elevated decks.

Steel deck framing used on a set of open deck stairs in Colorado Springs with a metal deck railing

7 – This staircase was framed in powder-coated steel, creating a set of stairs that will be strong and durable.

Steel deck framing used on a set of closed deck stairs in Colorado Springs

8 – These closed deck stairs were framed using the Fortress Evolutions powder-coated steel deck framing.

Decks Built Using Steel Deck Framing

Elevated composite deck with steel deck framing gabled deck cover featuring a tile roof vaulted tongue and groove ceiling can lights and a ceiling fan Colorado Springs

9 – Our clients used steel deck framing because of its strength and “Class A” fire rating.  The decking material is Trex Tiki Torch composite.  We also built the gabled deck cover to look original to the house.

Elevated composite deck with steel deck framing and gabled deck cover Colorado Springs deck builders

10 – This 240 SF composite deck with a gabled deck cover was built using the Fortress Evolution steel deck frame.  In Colorado, these deck frames are becoming very popular because of their Class A fire rating and their strength.

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Composite deck with steel deck framing in Glen Eagle Colorado Springs

11 – This elevated composite deck with stairs and a landing was built with a steel deck frame for strength and longevity.

Elevated deck with steel deck framing, composite deck material, and metal deck railing in Colorado Springs

12 – This new deck was built using the Fortress Evolution steel deck frameDeckorators Vault Mesquite was used for the deck with a Fortress Fe26 steel deck railing.

Composite deck with steel deck framing gabled deck cover featuring recessed lighting ceiling fan and two overhead patio heaters in Colorado Springs

13 – DBS built this gorgeous deck with a steel deck frame and Deckorators composite material.  The gabled deck cover has a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and features two Bromic electric radiant heaters.

Two elevated composite decks with steel deck framing and custom designed wrought iron deck railing in Colorado Springs

14 – These two elevated decks were built using a steel deck frame. Our clients used TimberTech composite decking.  The wrought iron railing is a custom design and build.