Wood Framing Remained Most Dominant Construction Method in 2021 Despite Lumber Volatility
The share of wood-framed homes in the U.S. increased in 2021 even as lumber prices soared to record highs
Climate Change Threatens Lumber Production as Prices Reach a New Peak
When it comes to lumber prices, the detrimental implications of climate change may outweigh even the heavy hand of the coronavirus
Lumber Volatility Reaches 75-Year High as Material Prices Increase 1.5% in December
The never-ending woes of softwood lumber prices strike the building industry yet again
Low Domestic Sawmill Output Slows Home Construction
Inadequate lumber production is halting construction projects as demand rises across the U.S.
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Products
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
Off-Site Construction
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
Exclusive Research + Data
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
Framing + Building Envelope
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
Timber Framing
The Case for Wood-Frame Construction
A new publication outlines how to meet IECC energy efficiency requirements using wood-frame construction, CodeWatcher reports.…
Building Materials
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
Energy Efficiency
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.
