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Terminology

Bow: A bow is a structural component crafted from square tubing, bent to shape the form of the metal building.
Legs: The legs serve as vertical supports for the roof of the metal building, functioning similarly to structural columns. They determine the roof's height.
Base Rails: The base rails are the structural elements that function as the foundation of the building, connecting to the legs to outline the size of the metal building.
Anchors: Anchors are employed to firmly attach the base rails to the foundation of the metal building. Different categories of anchors are used depending on the terrain in which the metal building is being installed. Concrete anchors (for concrete foundation), rebar anchors (for gravel/soil), and mobile home anchors (for dirt/asphalt/soil) are used most frequently.
Truss: Trusses are triangular structures supporting the roof, distributing the load evenly and providing horizontal stability to the structure. They bear the weight of the roof, ensuring its stability even during severe weather conditions.
Braces: A brace is a component that connects from the legs to the bow, serving a structural purpose by increasing the rigidity of the metal building frame
Roof: There are three different styles of roofs,
- Platinum (Vertical)
  The Vertical roof style stands out as the optimal choice for challenging weather conditions.
- Luxury (A-Frame Horizontal)
  The A-Frame Horizontal roof design imparts a residential aesthetic to your metal building.
- Premium (Regular)
  The Regular roof style boasts a straightforward design that complements most properties.
Hat Channel: Light gauge steel framing members that are utilized for supporting roofs and walls.

Trim: There are six different types of trim:
- L-Trim:
  L-trim is utilized as decorative trim on the ends and corners of both A-Frame Horizontal style and Regular style metal buildings.
- Box Trim:
  These are installed below the roof of A-Frame Horizontal style roof.
- Vertical Roof Trim:
  This trim is installed to cover the area of the eave overhang, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your metal building
- Z-Trim:
  This trim is used to cover the overlap of the concrete foundation, also serving to prevent water from entering your metal building.
- J-Trim:
  J-trim serves as decorative trim installed beneath additional paneling on the sides of carports, and around walk-in doors and windows.
- Corner-Trim:
  Trim used on the corners of the buildings with vertical siding.
Doors: There are three different styles of doors for your metal building, solid doors, diamond doors, 9-lite doors. Please use our 3D customizer to choose your own.
Garage Doors: The corrugated steel sheet rolls up into a nest above the opening. This option is among the more economical choices and stands out for its exceptional durability.
Windows: There are various styles and sizes to choose from for your metal building. Please use our 3D customizer to choose your own.
Insulation: Insulation for metal buildings can come in various forms, including fiberglass, foam board, or spray foam, and is typically installed in the walls, roof, and sometimes the floor of the building.