Steel vs. Other Building Materials: A Comparative Analysis Infographic

JINDAL STEEL & POWER Steel vs. Other Building Materials 早 2 Š Strength & Durability • Steel : Exceptional strength and durability compared to wood , concrete , and brick . . . Wood : Limited load - bearing capacity and susceptibility to decay and pests . 1 Concrete : Steel's flexibility and resistance to cracking . Versatility & Flexibility 2 Steel : Shapable into various forms , offering design flexibility . • Brick : Limited flexibility , steel provides more design possibilities . • Concrete : Steel's ability to withstand dynamic forces and adapt to design changes . Safety Fire Resistance & 3 Steel : Inherent fire resistance , maintaining structural integrity under high temperatures . • Wood : Inferior fire resistance , steel offers better protection . • Concrete : Steel's advantages in evacuation and reduced risk of collapse . 4 Cost - effectiveness • Steel : Cost - effective in construction time , labor , and maintenance . • Wood : Potential savings with steel due to durability and maintenance . www.jsplstructurals.com . Concrete : Considerations like formwork , curing time , and repairs .