Homes and buildings designed out of wood have many benefits. From saving time, money, and the environment – plus the end results can be beautifully designed.
Benefits of Mass Timber Construction
Mass timber construction buildings see man benefits. Here are just a few of the top reasons that mass timber construction is currently seeing a growth in worldwide enthusiasm:
- Wood is a fantastic insulator. Some common building materials such as steel can expand when heated, which can weaken or collapse a structure. Wood reacts opposite to this – when heated, wood dries and becomes even harder. This means less energy leakage from the home, and therefore – savings when heating or cooling your home. Comparing to other building materials, such as brick; concrete; and stone, wood is a prime insulator.
- Wood is typically quicker to build – meaning it will save you money! Some manufacturers can construct a wooden house on site within 7 days. When comparing to brick or stone, constructions using wood save considerable amounts of time – and construction can continue despite harsh weather such as rain, snow, or ice.
- Environmentally friendly. Possibly one of the biggest current benefits to wood structures is that wood is very environmentally friendly – trees are a sustainable and renewable resource. Additionally, wooden structures absorb and store atmospheric CO2 and wood is a carbon neutral material – the only carbon neutral construction material in existence.
- Wood is beautiful. With over 5000 different woods to choose from, there is an option to suit every style. Some woods are best for insulation, some for acoustics; some have certain grains, colours, or appearances. There is a wood material option for any desire within a home’s or building’s construction.
Whether you are building a home, a commercial building, or another type of building – wood can be a great option for a multitude of reasons. From a beautiful look, to a cost savings both with building and using the building, to an environmentally friendly approach to building – wood meets all the criteria for a perfect construction material.
