Steel Stud Framing in Arvada, CO
Non-load-bearing interior partitions typically use 25-20 gauge steel studs, while load-bearing and structural framing calls for 18 gauge or heavier. Fire-rated wall assemblies have to match a tested UL or GA-600 design number exactly — stud spacing, gauge, and gypsum layers all have to line up with the listed assembly, or the rating doesn’t hold. Commercial framing in Arvada spans everything from historic-sensitive work in Olde Town’s brick buildings to new construction-adjacent framing out in Candelas — different structural considerations for each.
What’s Involved
Non-structural framing follows ASTM C645 and structural cold-formed steel framing follows ASTM C955; fire-rated assembly requirements are governed by Arvada’s adopted 2024 International Codes, following the city’s 2026 move off its prior 2018 code cycle — we confirm the exact edition in effect before finalizing assembly designs, since several metro jurisdictions are mid-transition in 2026. Framing on a mid-size commercial project typically runs 3 to 6 weeks on-site.
Serving Arvada
We cover 80001 through 80007, including Olde Town Arvada, West Arvada, and the newer Candelas/West Woods growth corridor. Permits go through the City of Arvada Building Division. Olde Town Arvada’s commercial buildings sit within a National Register Historic District dating to the 1880s, which can mean extra care with materials and approvals on projects there.
A Common Pain Point We Solve
The most common failure point is MEP coordination — ducts, conduit, and plumbing cut through rated walls without proper fire-caulking or putty pads, which fails inspection and means rework.
Related Pages
- Arvada General Contractor (City Hub) — back to the full overview of our work in Arvada.
- Commercial Drywall in Arvada
- Tenant Improvement in Arvada
- Steel Stud Framing Denver (main service page) — our citywide Denver service page for steel stud framing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle steel stud framing projects in Arvada?
Yes — steel stud framing is one of our core services in Arvada, covering Olde Town Arvada, West Arvada, and the newer Candelas/West Woods growth corridor.
Who handles permits for steel stud framing projects in Arvada?
Permits go through the City of Arvada Building Division. We manage the application and inspection process as part of the project.
How long does a typical steel stud framing project take?
Framing on a mid-size commercial project typically runs 3 to 6 weeks on-site.
How do you make sure fire-rated wall assemblies pass inspection the first time?
We match stud gauge, spacing, and gypsum layers exactly to a tested UL or GA-600 assembly number, and coordinate with MEP trades in advance so ducts, conduit, and plumbing don’t compromise a rated wall after the fact.