--- title: Blog | Volstrukt | steel framing description: steel framing | Volstrukt is the industry leader in steel frames for buildings under 1200 sq ft. We publish articles regularly that pertain to tiny home movement, the new modular home renaissance, and mobile food and retail trailer operations. --- [![Volstrukt](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/433546/images/logo.png?noresize "Volstrukt")](https://www.volstrukt.com) Search this site on Google Search # Blog | Volstrukt ## [The Advantages of Steel Framing for Tiny Homes on Wheels](https://blog.volstrukt.com/advantages-of-steel-frame-construction-for-tiny-homes) by [Sarah Dickey](https://blog.volstrukt.com/author/sarah-dickey), on Jul 20, 2023 12:40:55 PM [![The Advantages of Steel Framing for Tiny Homes on Wheels](https://blog.volstrukt.com/hubfs/IMG_0618.jpg)](https://blog.volstrukt.com/advantages-of-steel-frame-construction-for-tiny-homes) Tiny homes have gained popularity in recent years, offering a minimalist and sustainable living solution that can be tailored to your lifestyle. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using steel framing for tiny house construction over other conventional framing methods. From structural integrity and weight-bearing capacity to design flexibility and ease of travel, let's dive into why Volstrukt steel framing is the top choice for creating durable, functional, and customizable tiny homes. [Continue Reading **](https://blog.volstrukt.com/advantages-of-steel-frame-construction-for-tiny-homes) [** 0 Comments](https://blog.volstrukt.com/advantages-of-steel-frame-construction-for-tiny-homes#comments-listing) Topics: [lightweight steel framing](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/lightweight-steel-framing) [steel framing](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/steel-framing) [sustainable design](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/sustainable-design) [tiny house design](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/tiny-house-design) [tiny house kit](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/tiny-house-kit) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [What is an ADU? Accessory Dwelling Units Explained](https://blog.volstrukt.com/accessory-dwelling-units-explained) by [Sarah Dickey](https://blog.volstrukt.com/author/sarah-dickey), on Dec 10, 2020 3:33:27 PM [![What is an ADU? Accessory Dwelling Units Explained](https://blog.volstrukt.com/hubfs/DJI_0137.jpg)](https://blog.volstrukt.com/accessory-dwelling-units-explained) The term ADU is becoming increasingly popular among contractors and homeowners alike, and for good reason. More and more, ADU’s are piquing people’s interest, especially with states like California and Vermont making them easier than ever to build. But you might be wondering, “what the heck is an ADU anyway?” and that’s a great question. Let’s take a deeper dive! [Continue Reading **](https://blog.volstrukt.com/accessory-dwelling-units-explained) [** 0 Comments](https://blog.volstrukt.com/accessory-dwelling-units-explained#comments-listing) Topics: [volstrukt](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/volstrukt) [lightweight steel framing](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/lightweight-steel-framing) [steel framing](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/steel-framing) [ADU](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/adu) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Award Winning Collaboration](https://blog.volstrukt.com/volstrukt-award-winning-collaboration-tiny-house-chattanooga-) by [Peter Row](https://blog.volstrukt.com/author/peter-row), on Mar 13, 2018 7:54:00 PM [![Award Winning Collaboration](https://blog.volstrukt.com/hubfs/IMAGES/Volstrukt%20%7C%20Method%20to%20No%20Madness%20%7C%20Tiny%20House%20Chattanooga%20%7C%20Georgia%20Tiny%20House%20Festival%20%7C%20Best%20Collaborative%20Build%20Award.jpg)](https://blog.volstrukt.com/volstrukt-award-winning-collaboration-tiny-house-chattanooga-) Sheena Henry and Ross Pennington's award winning tiny house on wheels, 'Method to NOMADness', has been judged 'Best Collaborative Build' at the recent 2018 Georgia Tiny House Festival.  The collaborators?  Sheena & Ross, Tiny House Chattanooga and Volstrukt. [Continue Reading **](https://blog.volstrukt.com/volstrukt-award-winning-collaboration-tiny-house-chattanooga-) [** 0 Comments](https://blog.volstrukt.com/volstrukt-award-winning-collaboration-tiny-house-chattanooga-#comments-listing) Topics: [steel framing](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/steel-framing) [tiny house design](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/tiny-house-design) [tiny house kit](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/tiny-house-kit) [tinyhouse](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/tinyhouse) [cold form steel](https://blog.volstrukt.com/topic/cold-form-steel) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Volstrukt Returns to Earth Day 2017](https://blog.volstrukt.com/volstrukt-returns-to-earth-day-2017) by [Peter Row](https://blog.volstrukt.com/author/peter-row), on Apr 16, 2017 8:01:00 AM [![Volstrukt Returns to Earth Day 2017](https://blog.volstrukt.com/hubfs/VOL_GRAPHICS/VOL_social%20media%20promo%20graphics/VOL_volstrukt_fb%20event_earth%20day%20TX%202017_20160414.png)](https://blog.volstrukt.com/volstrukt-returns-to-earth-day-2017) Volstrukt, cold-rolled steel design and manufacturing specialists will be returning to Earth Day, exhibiting at Earth Day TX 2017 to be held at Fair Park, Dallas over the weekend of 21-23 April. 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