Roof Deck
SDI & UL Certified • Grade 50 Standard • Custom Cut-to-Fit
The 1.5 B roof metal deck is a versatile and durable roofing solution designed for various commercial and industrial applications. It features a ribbed profile with a 1.5-inch depth, providing an excellent balance of strength and lightweight performance.
Available Profiles
1.5" B Roof Deck
Ideal for flat and low-slope roofs. Compatible with virtually all roofing insulation systems and membrane types. The most common profile for commercial and industrial buildings.
Profile Cross-Section
Technical Specifications
| Profile Depth | 1.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Cover Width | 36 inches |
| Available Gauges | 16, 18, 20, 22 gauge |
| Standard Finish | Galvanized G60 or G90 |
| Standard Grade | Grade 50 (Grade 80 available for B-deck) |
| Min. End Bearing | 2 inches |
| Fastening Options | Button punch (interlocking lap) / TEK screws |
| Min. Cut Length | 1 foot — at no extra charge |
| Certification | SDI Certified · UL Classified (US & Canada) |
Why Cutting Edge Decking
We supply Grade 50 steel as standard — even when lower grades are specified — at no extra cost.
Short lengths starting from 1 foot cut to your exact specs with no added charges.
Interlocking lap (button punch) and TEK screw fastening options for rapid deployment.
Manufactured using sustainable processes with high recycled content.
Every product meets Steel Deck Institute standards and carries UL classification.
US-based manufacturing means faster lead times and direct support — no middlemen.
Common Applications
- Commercial Warehouses
- Retail Centers
- Schools & Universities
- Healthcare Facilities
- Industrial Buildings
- Government Buildings
Frequently Asked Questions
The 1.5" B roof deck (Type B) is a ribbed cold-formed steel profile used as the structural base for commercial and industrial roofing systems. It supports insulation and membrane materials and is the most common deck profile across warehouses, schools, retail centers, hospitals, and government buildings.
We supply 1.5" B roof deck in 16, 18, 20, and 22 gauge. All orders are Grade 50 steel as standard — even when lower grades are specified in the project plans — at no extra cost.
We cut roof deck to lengths as short as 1 foot at no additional charge. Our custom cut-to-fit service means no job-site cutting, less waste, and faster installation on your schedule.
Yes. All our roof deck products are SDI (Steel Deck Institute) certified and UL Classified for both the United States and Canada, ensuring compliance with commercial building codes and fire resistance requirements.
Yes. We manufacture and ship steel roof deck nationwide across the United States. Our Houston, TX facility allows faster lead times and more competitive pricing than most national distributors — with no middlemen.
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