Blue Scope Steel Frame Verses Treated Pine Frames
It makes sense to go with Blue Scope Steel Frames and here's why
WHY HOMES BY MARKON BUILDS WITH BLUESCOPE TRUECORE® STEEL — NOT TREATED PINE
Australia’s coastal humidity, hungry termites and increasing bush-fire risk can undermine a timber-framed house long before its first repaint. Homes by Markon eliminates that risk by framing every new build in BlueScope TRUECORE® steel. Below you’ll find the evidence-backed reasons steel delivers lower lifetime costs, greater resilience and a healthier indoor environment — plus the answers your customers are already searching for.
THE HIDDEN COSTS OF TREATED PINE
• Termite exposure: One in three Australian homes will face termite attack during its life, with national repair bills in the billions.
• Ongoing chemicals: Treated pine relies on pesticides. Sawdust and off-cuts must be handled and disposed of carefully to protect people, pets and groundwater.
• Warping & moisture rot: Even kiln-dried pine can swell, twist and cup in subtropical humidity, causing cracked cornices, stuck doors and costly call-backs.
10 REASONS TRUECORE® STEEL WINS
- 100 % termite & borer proof — no chemical barriers, no retreatment cycles.
- Non-combustible (BAL-FZ compliant) — ideal for bush-fire zones.
- Straight, true & dimensionally stable — frames won’t shrink, twist or warp.
- Up to 50-year BlueScope warranty on eligible residential builds.
- High strength-to-weight ratio — bigger spans & glazing, fewer bulky lintels.
- Faster, predictable build times thanks to precision, pre-punched components.
- Healthier indoor air — no off-gassing preservatives.
- Sustainability leadership — significant recycled content, 100 % recyclable at end-of-life.
- Precision that boosts energy efficiency — better cladding alignment & airtightness.
- Cost certainty — less price volatility than premium pine and far lower lifetime maintenance.
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TIMBER VS STEEL — QUICK SCORECARD
FactorTreated Pine (TP) — DisadvantagesTRUECORE® Steel (TS) — AdvantagesTermitesNeeds chemical protection & inspectionsNaturally 100 % resistantBush-fire performanceIgnites & chars (BAL-12.5 – BAL-29)Non-combustible (BAL-FZ)Warping/ShrinkageHigh risk in humidityNoneIndoor air qualityPotential chemical off-gassingInert; no preservativesWarranty~25 yrs; termite damage often excludedUp to 50 yrs for frame & truss
SUSTAINABILITY & CLIMATE RESILIENCE
TRUECORE® steel contains a significant proportion of recycled content and is fully recyclable without down-cycling, making it a smart choice for circular-economy construction. Steel’s dimensional stability also helps maintain airtightness and thermal efficiency over time — supporting higher NatHERS ratings and lower energy bills.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does steel framing interfere with Wi-Fi?
No — independent testing shows negligible impact on wireless networks.
Can I hang heavy items on steel studs?
Yes — use self-drilling screws and correct fixings to secure TVs, cabinets and shelving.
Is steel noisy in high winds?
A correctly braced and insulated steel frame meets the same acoustic standards as timber.
READY TO BUILD YOUR FOREVER HOME?
With more than 35 years of construction expertise and full QBCC registration, Homes by Markon designs and delivers termite-proof, bush-fire-resilient homes that look incredible and live beautifully.
Phone: (07) 3153 2000
Email: sales@markonhomes.com.au
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