Steel Ledgers Buried in the Ground
Steel Ledgers Buried in the Ground
(OP)
I have long had a problem with steel ledgers buried in the ground. My issue is that they rust out and fail. I typically use another technique (concrete ledger) for this reason. My architect is complaining that there is nothing wrong with the steel ledgers, especially if they arrive as stainless material. I have never seen a stainless ledger and was wondering if this is common, and cost effective based on others experience.
For clarity, the ledgers support 4 to 8' of stone veneer. Thanks in advance.
For clarity, the ledgers support 4 to 8' of stone veneer. Thanks in advance.






RE: Steel Ledgers Buried in the Ground
That being said, technically with the proper coating and quality control on site to ensure the protection isn't compromised you could do steel angles below grade.
RE: Steel Ledgers Buried in the Ground
RE: Steel Ledgers Buried in the Ground