Wood frame construction is possibly one of the most common building techniques used world wide however in South Africa wood is only used in far more expensive applications.

Buildings using wood frame can be constructed to be load bearing or non load bearing and plans are more likely to be approved by local banks as it is a highly proven building technique.

In effect the entire house is held together by wood beams which are in turn attached to heavy duty structural timbers that are sunk into concrete foundations.

The down side is dominantly in terms of the ecological impact due to the raw material requirements, deforestation and costs.

Cladding in the form of corrugated iron, or in the USA aluminum cladding provide the structure with the exterior shell while rhino board serves as internal walling. Each layer between the wood is insulated with either spray in insulation or spun fiber insulation.

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