Timber framed
construction in the UK is based on factory-made
structural elements. The timber framed wall panels
carry the loads on the building to the foundations
whilst the outer cladding provides decoration and
weather protection.Cladding is a matter of choice;
it can be brick, stone or lightweight claddings,
such as timber boarding, tile hanging or render.
Factory production
of the timber framed panels ensures that they are
accurately manufactured to precise tolerances in a
controlled environment away from the vagaries of
the British weather.
The timber frame panels are rapidly erected on site
and, with trussed rafters forming the roof, a
weathertight building can be created in a matter of
days. This enables work to continue in protected
conditions within the building whilst the outer
cladding and roof finishes are applied.