Timber Frame Building (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Flashcards
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What does timber frame construction focus on?
What does timber frame construction focus on?
Internal structural system
DPC function in timber frame
DPC function in timber frame
Prevents moisture rising from foundation
Soleplate in timber frame
Soleplate in timber frame
Bottom timber on foundation, base for vertical studs
Wall panel stud framework
Wall panel stud framework
Vertical timber members forming main structural frame
Headplate function
Headplate function
Distributes roof loads to wall framework
Breather membrane function
Breather membrane function
Allows vapour escape, prevents liquid water entry
Sheathing material purpose
Sheathing material purpose
Provides racking resistance
Cavity barrier function
Cavity barrier function
Prevents fire and smoke spread through cavities
Timber frame construction speed advantage
Timber frame construction speed advantage
Can be erected much more quickly than masonry
Timber frame energy advantage
Timber frame energy advantage
Superior energy efficiency & less energy to produce