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Why timber framing is preferred over steel framing?
Timber framing is preferred because it provides a renewable building material that takes in carbon from the atmosphere while growing and stores it for the life of the building. A lot of people prefer steel framing because it is durable, stable and termite-proof.
What is use of mortise chisel?
A Registered Mortise Chisel is a heavy duty chisel. Designed for very heavy duty work mainly for cutting deep mortises in timber framing or other heavy work.Please see related link below!
What is the most common timber used for wall framing and roof trusses?
PINE
What are the release dates for Renovation Nation - 2008 New Hampshire Timber Framing 1-34?
Renovation Nation - 2008 New Hampshire Timber Framing 1-34 was released on: USA: 17 September 2008
What is balloon framing?
A balloon frame is a house frame constructed entirely of small timber.
What construction type may retard flashover due to their large size?
Heavy timber
When did balloon framing stop being used?
mid 1950's when long framing members became hard to find, replaced by platform framing.
What are the release dates for Renovation Nation - 2008 Petersham MA Timber Framing and Mud Walls 1-31?
Renovation Nation - 2008 Petersham MA Timber Framing and Mud Walls 1-31 was released on: USA: 4 September 2008
What does the phrase 'timber from sustainable woodland' mean?
It means that timber is harvested from trees which are replaced and does not contribute to deforestation.
What is the most common timber species used for wall framing and roof trusses?
Souther yellow pine #2 & better.
What is heavy dark brown timber from tropical tree called?
teak
Where can one learn more about timber frame houses?
Timber frame houses are the most difficult frame houses to construct. Due to the large heavy timber, these logs need alot of man power to lift. There are a few houses that are constructed with a timber frame.
