Homes that are manufactured using Timber Frame Technology
tend to look exactly like their brick and block counterparts.  The block inner skin of the external wall is replaced with a timber frame structure and the external leaf is either brick or stone, thus giving the appearance of a traditionally built home.  See diagram

Timber Frame Construction gives the client many advantages, including the reduction in heat loss from the structure and the rapid on site speed of build.

As we make the timber frame element of your home within our factory workshop in Northumberland, no on-site time is lost due to inclement weather. Lost time causes unnecessary delays to completion and can ultimately tie up capital in a project for longer than anticipated.  reduced build time will enable earlier occupation as well as reducing the overall costs.

A timber frame house can be completed in weeks rather than months, and its supporting structure, once erected provides a weatherproof shell for other trades to work within.

Timber frame structures are environmentally friendly. The wood used is treated whenever possible with Osmose Naturewood, an environmentally sound preservative. It is sourced from managed forests where more trees are planted than are cut down.
Timber uses about 20% less energy than other construction materials to bring it to finished grade.
Its simple to use and gives value for money.
Timber is recyclable and comes from a sustainable resource.

The use of Masonite beams is another alternative to traditional build. these beams are structurally engineered using high-grade flanges with a Masonite structural board insert for the web. Used within walls or floors (different products) they offer lightweight construction, greater span potential than some other materials, strength and versatility, together will space to accommodate a greater depth of insulation (such as Warmcel).

Should you have any queries about our company or the materials we use, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 

  A Inner Lining Of Plasterboard
B Structural Timber Frame
C Stainless Steel Wall Tie
D Vapour Check
E  Thick Insulating Quilt - CFC Free
F Sheathing Board  
G Waterproof Breather Membrane 
H Brick, Block or Cladding 
I Clear Wall Cavity 
 
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