Speed of construction, cost and quality, thermal insulation and noise reduction, safety. | Benefits of Timber Frame |
Speed, Quality, Cost Efficiency
Timber frame is rapidly growing in popularity as the benefits to builders, developers and occupiers are recognised. Timber frame market share, already almost 25%, is set to increase steadily as the efficiency and sustainability of building become ever more important. Typically, timber frame is 30% quicker than traditional construction methods and addresses the key issue of a successful build: getting your structure water tight as quickly as possible. Build is not weather dependant, making planning more predictable. Brick work removed from critical path which enables internal works to proceed sooner. Average 4 bedroom house can be erected and in the dry within approx 6 days. Reduced drying out time. Timber frame structures are engineered, quality assured, tried and tested and this building method is the norm in most parts of the developed world Light weight construction, requires less expensive foundations. Reduction in direct construction costs. Significant reduction in total project costs. Q-Mark identifies building products regularly tested and certified by BM TRADA. Significant reductions in whole life cycle costs. Engineered solution less reliant on site skills. Q Mark Accreditation. Quick tip text on cursor over see box right. Factory fabrication in a controlled environment. Economic use of materials reduces waste. Typical 40% reduction in heating costs due to improved thermal performance. We manufacture your timber frame in our controlled factory environment with the latest in automated machinery to improve efficiency and reduce on-site activities and incidents. Timber frame offers an easy way to create a thermally efficient building. Timber frame is the ideal solution for self-builders and especially for developers who need to limit the presence of external noise within their projects. In an acoustics study the Building Research Establishment found that "If all dwellings had sound insulation as good as that measured in the party walls of timber frame dwellings, the problem of noise from neighbours would be greatly reduced." BRE's "Case study TF2000" found that even a multi-storey project would outperform building regulations for acoustic insulation. An additional benefit of timber frame is the reduction in the length of time neighbouring buildings are disturbed with construction noise, due to the faster speed of construction. SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) is the protocol adopted by the UK Government to assess the energy performance of new residential premises. In consideration of this protocol and in keeping with our commitment to protect the environment, Frame Wise carefully considers the sustainability of all of the materials we use. In addition to the environmental benefits of timber as a building material, the traditional (artificial) insulation materials we supply have been selected to be as eco-friendly as possible by sourcing locally and choosing manufacturers with a high awareness of their responsibilities to the environment. And Frame Wise offers a wide range of natural and recycled materials to allow you to achieve excellent U-Values using sustainable materials. The Code for Sustainable Homes (CfSH) is the principal legislation governing building practices and sets minimum standards (above the requirements of building regulations) for energy efficiency and sustainability in housing design and construction. Rating your entire home as complete package, the CfSH awards points against each of the nine categories below, to award your home a rating on a scale of one to six. By choosing a Frame Wise timber frame for you can gain credits in the categories shown in bold. 1 - Energy and CO2 emissions |
