Framed+Structures

• Easy and fast construction. • The timber frame can give the home owner the ability to make a creative statement through the use of design and specialty touches. • Green • Good climate and sound insolator -Disadvantages of Timber frame: • Because the structure is made from wood, it inherits any disadvantages wood may have. • Older timber frame buildings, built before the 1950s, are vulnerable to damage during an earthquake. • Fewer members are needed in this method. • This system is very resistent to earthquakes.
 * Framed Structures: **
 * -A framed Structure Is a skeleton that allows different type of coverings to create roof, walls, etc. **
 * -Frame structures could be made of wood, steel, concrete or other materials. **
 * -There are types of framed structure. **
 * -Heavy Timber Frame is the oldest one. It uses long and thick members. It was used mainly in Asia and Europe. **
 * - ** Advantages of Timber Frame:
 * -Then it was partially replaced for the Light Frame Structure created in North America. The difference is that its members are thinner and lighter than the others and that they are easier to join together using nails. **
 * -Steel framing allows to create higher structures because steel is more resistant than wood. Its pieces are joint using wending or riveting. **
 * -Steel has to be covered from corrosive damage, so curtain walls or other type of coverings can be added. **
 * - ** Advantages of Steel Framing: