Welcome back to Home Build Philippines! In this exciting episode, join us as our Architect and the Metalyte Team, including an Engineer and the President of Metalytye in Manila. Visit the site for a highly informative Q&A session and dive deep into essential building insights, and explore the sustainable benefits of the Metalyte Steel Framing System.

We'll discuss the significant differences between using concrete hollow blocks and Metalyte's innovative coldformed steel framing solution. Discover why this method is not only costeffective but also reduces labor and construction time, making it an ideal choice for both residential and commercial projects. Hear firsthand from industry experts about the advantages of this system, including its loadbearing capabilities, rustfree properties, and ease of installation.

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FAQ
How big is the house?
533 SQM (5,737 SQF) buildable, approx. 384 SQM (4,133 SQF) livable space.
How big is the lot?
Approximately 1.7 Hectare (4.2 Acres)

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Site Update
00:46 Differences Between Poured Concrete and Hollow Blocks
09:12 Metalite Framing System Rust Free
11:44 How to Pour Concrete Inside the Metalite Framing System
14:18 Filling Voids in Concrete
15:42 Metalite Has Been Around for 24 Years
17:44 They're Already Working on the Second Floor
18:44 Advantages of Poured Concrete vs Hollow Block
19:30 Metalite is a Structural Wall
20:48 Splicing the Metalite Panels
21:48 Outro