10 Reasons to Choose a Timber Frame House.
1. It's environmentally friendly.
Timber is the ultimate green construction material. During a tree's lifetime, it removes tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Using timber from sustainably managed forests and adding CFC free insulation, timber frame construction is the right choice if you care about the planet.
Use lambswool insulation and a modern multi quilt and you can reach a 'U' value of 0.11.
2. It's long lasting
By buying a brand new timber frame home, you will be building your family's future. It will be around when your great, great grandchildren are!
Some timber frame buildings from the 12th century are still around today.
3. There's an almost unlimited supply.
Timber is the only truly renewable construction material. Good forestry management means that whenever a tree is cut down for construction use, another one (if not two) is planted.
In fact the annual surplus of Northern European forests is a staggering 252 million cubic metres of timber (source: UN-ECE FAO TBFRA 2000)
4. It's strong.
Timber frame houses are built around a structural system which is capable of supporting multi-storey construction. In recent years using timber frames for buildings such as student residences, flats and hospitals has become common.
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5. It's fire resistant
Contrary to people's belief, timber performs well in fire. Unlike other forms of construction it doesn't bend at high temperatures, nor does it flake.
6. It's reliable
According to the insurers National House Building Council, their records show less problems with timber frame houses than with other forms of construction.
7. It can cut your bills
Timber is a natural insulator and timber frame walls have additional insulation included as standard. So timber frames are theoretically very efficient - which can mean lower fuel bills!
your home with natural resources such as a water harvesting system, and you can cut your bills by 75% - and be ahead of the drought.
8. It can keep you on good terms with your neigbours.
Timber also insulates well against sound - so you can't here your neighbours and they can't hear you! An independent study has concluded "if all dwellings had sound insulation as good as that of timber frame, the problems of noise from neighbours would be greatly reduced".
Any room can be further upgraded with modern acoustic products.
9. It's quick
In ideal conditions a timber frame house can be wind proof and watertight in a few days and finished in 10 to 12 weeks, which is great news for self builders. A timber frame from a UKTFA member is Quality Assured.
10. It's beautiful!
Timber is a beautiful, natural material. Choosing timber frame for the construction of your home means that you will have a warm, quiet, safe haven for you and those you love. A beautiful thought.
Use reclaimed materials to create a unique home personal to you.
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