Buy metal studs in Louisiana

Galvanized Steel Stud and Track for New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Statewide

Louisiana is tough on building materials, and that’s exactly why so many framers and drywall contractors here work in steel. The Formetal Company has manufactured steel stud and track since 1959, and we ship USA-made galvanized metal studs to job sites across Louisiana.

From hotels and restaurants in New Orleans to industrial and medical projects in Baton Rouge and Lake Charles, you can buy metal studs direct and skip the distributor markup. See current pricing on our Steel Stud & Track Pricing page or get a quick estimate from the Metal Stud Pricing Calculator.

Why Metal Framing Works in Louisiana

• Built for humidity. Steel studs don’t soak up moisture, rot, or grow mold, and they won’t warp in Louisiana’s wet heat.
• Termite-proof. Louisiana contractors know termites. Steel framing gives them nothing to eat.
• Holds up after storms. Steel studs don’t swell or rot when a building gets wet, so walls stay straight and drywall stays flat.
• Non-combustible. Metal stud framing is the standard for fire-rated commercial walls.
• Faster installs. Custom-cut lengths save labor on every floor.

Coastal and exterior work: Salt air and hurricane season mean coating matters. G90 galvanized studs and track are typically specified for exterior, coastal, and high-humidity jobs. Our guide to cold-formed steel framing in coastal climates covers what to order and how to detail it.

USA-Made Steel Stud and Track for Louisiana

Every steel stud and track we sell is manufactured at our plant in Forest Park, Georgia. Our full line of light gauge steel framing includes:

• Drywall metal studs and track (non-structural) for interior walls, soffits, and ceilings, including our 20GA EQ stud
• Structural steel studs and track for curtain walls, load-bearing walls, and tall partitions
• Gauges from 25 gauge through 10 gauge, in web depths from 1-5/8″ to 12″
• Custom lengths up to 56 feet, cut to your wall heights so your crew isn’t cutting on site
• Framing accessories: slotted deflection track, angle, furring (hat) channel, cold-rolled channel, RC1 channel, and flat strap — see our Framing Accessories Pricing
• Galvanized coatings in G60 and G90

Not sure what to order? Our guide to steel stud gauges, mils, and designations breaks down what the numbers on your drawings mean. You can also browse the full Products page, pull product submittals, or check steel stud and track pricing online.

Metal Framing Clips, Connectors & Fasteners for Louisiana

Studs and track are only part of the wall. Our online Clips & Fasteners Store carries cold-formed steel connectors from ClarkDietrich, The Steel Network, and Simpson Strong-Tie, so you can get your metal studs and your clips from one supplier. Shop by connection type:

• Bypass clips for exterior curtain walls that run past the slab edge
• Head-of-wall clips and deflection clips to let walls move with the structure above
• Rigid clips for fixed stud-to-structure connections
• Floor clips and bridging clips for joists and stud bracing
• Foundation anchors and fasteners to tie it all down

Prefer to shop by brand? Visit our Vendors page.

Metal Studs Delivered Across Louisiana

We ship steel stud and track by freight to job sites statewide, including:

• Greater New Orleans – New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Slidell, the Northshore
• Capital Region – Baton Rouge, Gonzales, Denham Springs, Prairieville
• Acadiana – Lafayette, New Iberia, Opelousas
• Southwest Louisiana – Lake Charles, Sulphur
• Bayou Region – Houma, Thibodaux
• North Louisiana – Shreveport, Bossier City, Monroe, Ruston, Alexandria

Delivery is priced per order, so request a quote with your job site address.

Why Louisiana Contractors Buy Metal Studs Direct

• Manufacturer-direct pricing with no distributor markup
• Custom-cut lengths that save labor and cut scrap
• Over 65 years of making steel stud and track (since 1959)
• Real people who know metal framing — talk to our sales team about your project
• One source for studs, track, accessories, clips, and fasteners

Framing apartments, stores, storage buildings, or data centers? See how we support multi-family, commercial and retail, self-storage, and data center projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you ship metal studs to Louisiana?

Yes. We manufacture in Forest Park, Georgia and ship steel stud and track by freight to New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport, and job sites across Louisiana. Delivery is quoted per order.

Do you offer G90 galvanized metal studs?

Yes. We offer G60 and G90 galvanized steel studs and track. G90 is typically specified for coastal, exterior, and high-humidity work, but always follow your project specs. Read more in our coastal framing guide.

What sizes and gauges do you carry?

Drywall and structural steel studs and track from 25 gauge through 10 gauge, in web depths from 1-5/8″ to 12″, with custom lengths up to 56 feet.

Can I buy clips and fasteners from you?

Yes. Our Clips & Fasteners Store carries connectors from ClarkDietrich, The Steel Network, and Simpson Strong-Tie, plus fasteners and foundation anchors.

Do you sell to general contractors and owners?

Yes. Most of our customers are framers and specialty contractors, but we also sell to general contractors and owners.

Ready to Buy Metal Studs in Louisiana?

Send us your takeoff or framing schedule and we’ll quote your steel stud and track, accessories, and delivery. We ship statewide by freight, or you can pick up at our Forest Park, GA plant.

• Request a quote online
• Call (404) 361-0525 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM Eastern)
• Contact our sales team
• Shop clips & fasteners online

Have more questions? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.