Forward thinking builders choose TRUECORE® steel
As materials, manufacturing technology, and design trends evolve, the demand for more efficient building processes is reshaping how we construct homes and commercial projects. Discover why many Australian builders choose the inner strength and durability of a frame made from TRUECORE® steel.
Why build with frames made from TRUECORE® steel?
Efficient and fast to install
TRUECORE® steel is more than just a framing material - it’s a gateway to innovative building. Ideal for both modern homes and commercial projects, frames made from TRUECORE® steel may be prefabricated off-site for efficiency, reducing on-site waste, enabling fast installation times, and simplifying on-site management - just some of the many benefits.
Arrives prefabricated
TRUECORE® steel may be pre-fabricated off site in factories for precision and quality control, which means frames can be erected on-site quickly and easily. TRUECORE® steel frames can also prove beneficial to following trades because they are delivered on-site with pre-punched service holes allowing quick rough-in.
Lightweight yet strong
With an impressive strength-to-weight ratio, TRUECORE® steel frames are both lightweight and strong, offering true design flexibility. They’re easy to move around and manage on-site, which can enhance labour efficiency, even on restricted sites.
Straight and true
Precision engineered to stay straight and true, frames made from TRUECORE® steel deliver a beautiful finish with less onsite adjustment.
Won’t catch fire
Frames made from TRUECORE® steel won’t catch fire and can help you meet the standards required for building in bushfire prone areas.
Expert support when you need it
When you choose to build with TRUECORE® steel, you and your business can enjoy the benefits of being supported by BlueScope. BlueScope is committed to driving more business for your business. By making the switch to TRUECORE® steel, you benefit from BlueScope’s continued investment in developing a robust fabricator network with expertise in frame design and manufacturing.
50-Year warranty
Beyond its striking blue resin finish, TRUECORE® steel offers a reassuring 50-year warranty for eligible applicants*, offering peace of mind to both you and your clients.
Framing for projects of all kinds
TRUECORE® steel is suited to a wide range of framing applications, making it ideal for your next build.
Homes
Due to growing homeowner demand across Australia, more and more building professionals today offer frames made from TRUECORE® steel either as a standard inclusion or an option. These can include builds such as:
New homes
Extensions
Renovations
Duplexes
Townhouses
Low and mid-rise apartments
Other builds
Known for its versatility, TRUECORE® steel can be used in other residential and commercial projects including:
Architectural facades
Retail
Schools
Childcare
Health and aged care
Modular construction
Explore our case studies
Check out a few of our case studies that show why more and more people are choosing TRUECORE® steel for their builds.
A division of Western Australia’s award-winning Summit Homes Group, Summit Modular has taken the concept of Tiny Homes to a whole new level.
Framing made from TRUECORE® steel helps minimise the risk of escalating build costs in a new Queensland school.
Using framing made from TRUECORE® steel helped to ensure a tight timeline was met for this award-winning retirement living project.
BlueScope publishes EPD for TRUECORE® steel
BlueScope has published a range of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) providing transparency for the environmental impacts of its products, such as TRUECORE® steel.
Lightweight building facades
Lightweight yet strong, structural framing made from TRUECORE® steel has been used to deliver several iconic building facades.
Resilient outcomes with TRUECORE® steel
Framing made from TRUECORE® steel offers a resilient and reliable solution for modern construction.
Want to know more?
Download our brochure or explore our FAQs for answers to common questions.
Do steel-framed homes have poor thermal performance?
No, with proper insulation and design, steel-framed homes can be thermally efficient, durable, and can meet or exceed today’s energy standards. With well-designed and code-compliant construction, the impact of the steel frame on overall thermal performance is limited. Many factors – including insulation, airtightness, window placement, overall design and construction quality – play a role in thermal efficiency.
Read more about the truth behind steel framing and thermal performance.
Will steel house frames rust?
Some people have concerns that steel house frames will rust. In reality, TRUECORE® steel is specifically designed to deliver a high level of corrosion performance. With advanced coatings and protective processes, it offers lasting durability backed by a 50-year residential warranty* in most situations.
Get the facts: Learn the truth about steel frames and rust
Is a frame made from TRUECORE® steel durable?
Frames made from TRUECORE® steel are durable and designed for long life performance. The steel is protected by BlueScope’s industry leading aluminium/zinc/magnesium alloy coating with Activate® technology, which provides enhanced corrosion resistance. This patented technology has been thoroughly tested and is proven effective across various environments and building applications. Where there are cut edges from drilling or cutting operations, the galvanic action of the coating helps protect the exposed steel edge against corrosion.
