Timber frame is the world's most popular building technique. It has been used successfully for hundreds of years, whereas brick and block construction has only been widespread since the 1930's.
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Timber frame is an extremely cost effective method of construction. On average it is 5-7% cheaper than building the same design in block and brick, if you take into consideration the speed with which timber frame houses can be constructed. In fact a timber frame house can be completed up to 50% quicker than conventional building and reduce the amount of capital tied up in the work. In addition, wood is a highly effective insulating material, and the average fuel maintenance cost of a timber frame home is approximately 40% less than for masonry buildings. |
