Name ________________Unit 6/P6 – Timber Frame Construction

• Premade timber walls provide main support of structure.

• Often set on a raft foundation

• Less tolerance for un-even floor than in traditional and concrete construction

• Inner wall is made from stud wall nailed to sheets of woods.

• 100mm x 50mm studs on to 18mm ply

• Void filled with insulation

• These are bolted down to the concrete floor with an expansion bolt.

• Factory prefabrication guarantees quality and no weather delays.

• Less time on site• Crane required

• Windows and door opening pre-planned so less chance for on-sight error.

• Out leaf or external wall normally brick and is non-load bearing.

• Provides insulation and weatherproofing.

• Roof is normally truss work, slate or tile.

Name ________________Unit 6/P6 – Timber Frame Construction

• Internal walls are non load bearing or stud wall.

• Plasterboard as per traditional construction.

• Vapour seal

• Timber is treated• Fire resistant • Dry Rot

• First floor is suspended timber floor, can be internal or sandwhiched between floors

• Known for energy efficiency

• Condensation is likely to form in the cavity so a moisture barrier or vapour check is used on the internal wall.

• Services are run through walls and foundations as per a traditional building

• Stairs and windows made off site and fitted.

Name ________________Unit 6/P6 – Timber Frame Construction