Timber Framed Buildings http://www.uniquetimberframe.com/whytimberframe.htm# Houses built from wood are known as timber framed buildings. The frames are made of softwood and faced (Clad or covered) with plywood. Loadbearing timber walls are made up of small timbers called studs. Short timber pieces called noggins are placed between them to give stability.

Studding and Noggins It can be constructed with a high level of accuracy and in less time than traditional construction. Frames provide space for the services and are thermally efficient. Metal stud walling can be put up quickly by bolting sections to the floor and to each other. It can also be taken down easily and reused. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amK2edm20ss Video on installing metal stud wall

Thermal efficiency in timber framed buildings and sound proofing Insulation can be placed between the studs and noggins to sound proof between rooms and keep the heat in a building.

Constructing as timber framed house https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3iI6S7TuCA 7 minutes Construction, Groundwork's, foundations, cladding (timber and stone), internal, Landscaping. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX0yihgV3WY 28 minutes step by step https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65T20dQpOT8 Quick video of construction Find each part making up the wall structure on the video’s and know what they are. Draw a timber wall section and label it clearly.

Cladding materials Timber frames can be finished in a variety of materials, which adds character to the house as well as protecting it from the rain, snow etc. Brickwork Cedar Cladding uPVC Cladding Rendered blockwork Shingles Tile Hanging

Common features of timber framed buildings Damp-proof course – moisture can penetrate the building from the foundations or under the floors. A damp-proof course (dpc) stops moisture coming in from the foundations, while a damp-proof membrane (dpm) is provided under the floors for the same purpose. finishes – timber-framed buildings can be finished like any other type of building and can even be given the look of a traditional building with a brickwork finish. These finishes are attached to the timber frame using flexible wall ties. Insulation – insulation is provided between the timber studs. Insulation is tied to these studs so that there are no gaps. lintels – where openings are provided for windows and doors, a small beam called a lintel is used to direct rainwater away from the opening. Timber studs are also placed around these openings to add strength. Studs – the timber frame is made of a number of upright timbers called studs. moisture resistance – a polythene sheet, called a vapour check, is built in between the internal wall and the insulation to stop moisture penetration. Plywood sheets – these are attached to the external walls to provide bracing.

Draw a cross section through a timber framed wall and label all the parts. 2. Timber frames are made up of parts know as……………………… and …………………………… 3. Explain three advantages of studwork.

4. Explain two advantages of metal studwork. 5. Describe 5 ways of cladding a building. 6. What does a damp proof course do? 7. Explain why plywood sheets used in timber framed buildings?

Video Summary Watch the 7 minute video and explain what is happening under the following headings. 1. Explain what is happening in the Groundworks section of the build. 2. Describe the foundations section of the build 3. Explain how the framework is constructed.

4. Explain how the house is covered in cladding. Notes.