Quonset Huts

Types of Quonset huts A Quonset hut can have an arched roof and straight sides, a pitched roof, or it can come with a full arch - no straight sides. The full arch style may limit storage space.

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Choose metal Quonset buildings based on usage The Quonset hut that's right for you depends on how you want to use it. For workshops, choose Quonset huts with the maximum amount of usable space - usually those with straight sides - and look for models that allow you to hang lighting, run electrical wiring or add insulation. Larger Quonset steel buildings are good for agricultural uses, including housing livestock.

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Buy a Quonset building kit and do it yourself When you purchase a Quonset hut kit, you will need to assemble the structure yourself or hire someone to do it for you. Constructed Quonset huts can be placed on wood floors, concrete or on pilings.

I recommend:  You can find an easy-to-assemble Quonset building kit at American Steel Span. SteelMaster Building Systems specializes in manufacturing arch steel buildings, such as Quonset steel buildings in sizes from as small as 10 feet wide up to 150 feet wide. Their Quonset building kit includes all the necessary elements to erect a storage building, workshop or other building and come.

Look for custom metal Quonset buildings Most vendors only sell a few basic styles of Quonset huts. If you want something unique, look for a manufacturer that offers custom models.

I recommend:  SteelMaster Building Systems offers custom Quonset hut designs for complex building and design challenges. In addition, you can customize basic models by purchasing trim kits that tie into other materials, such as wood, brick, block or vinyl siding.