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Digest 496 Timber frame buildings. A guide to the construction process
Publication Year
2005
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Follows the procurement and construction process, then describes the various elements of a timber frame and the main types of TF construction (platform frame, floor-to-floor panel frame, vertical panel frame, volumetric). Three case studies describe the benefits experienced from using timber frame compared with traditional methods.
Author
Reynolds, T. and Enjily, V.
ISBN
9781860818820
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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