Better Wood: Overcoming the Limitations of Structural Wood Products
New research efforts and products aim to make wood an even stronger and more versatile building material
Precut Framing Field Test: Does This Off-Site Solution Earn Its Keep?
Real-world field assessments aim to find out whether precut framing is an off-site construction solution that truly boosts productivity and reduces waste
Off-Site Construction: A Real-World Study
Putting stick-framing vs. panelized systems to the test to see which yields better results in terms of labor savings, cycle time, and cost
How to Frame Walls That Combat Moisture
A pair of recent research studies reveal best practices—and a new assembly sequence—to combat moisture in framed walls
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The Case for Wood-Frame Construction
A new publication outlines how to meet IECC energy efficiency requirements using wood-frame construction, CodeWatcher reports.
Engineered Wood
What to Select? Wood vs. Engineered Lumber
For years, builders have used traditional lumber to build homes, but ever since engineered wood products came into the picture, builders have been left wondering, Which one do I use for my projects?
Making the Case for Framing Sheets
There's a document missing from your workflow, and it's costing you more than you think
Timber Framing
Notes From the Field: Five Common Framing Errors and How to Avoid Them
Mistakes in framing lead to structural and serviceability issues. Here are the most common errors, and how to eliminate them
Innovative Wall Systems Can Save Energy and Reduce Risk
Research and new methods are making it easier than ever to frame homes for lower utility bills and greater energy efficiency
New Guide for Building With Raised-Heel Trusses
The eight-page Raised-Heel Trusses for Efficient, Cost-Effective, Comfortable Homes (Form R330) offers detailed illustration and installation instructions, and describes how a raised-heel truss construction system can increase a home's structural and energy performance.
Lean Building
Advanced Framing for High Performance and Low Waste
On the path to increased efficiency, a builder learns new techniques
Glulam helps builders meet booming demand for multifamily construction
As the multifamily housing market booms, builders are increasingly turning to glulam to save time and money
Engineered Wood
The Science Behind the Strength
Using solid sections reduces the labor and cost of fastening a multiple member together
Custom Home Design
Modern Barn House Showcases Efficiency, Daylight, and the Indoor-Outdoor Connection
In designing the 7,500-square-foot house, Ric Stott, AIA set out to create a modern take on the potato barn.
