If you are planning to build your own home, as many people are doing now, you will have lots of things to think about to ensure that you end up with the home of your dreams. One of the most important things to consider when you are planning to build your own home, is the materials that you use to construct it.
The materials matter a lot because they will give the property certain qualities, so it is important to do your research on the differences between using various materials to build a home.
Something that is becoming more and more popular in the UK is timber framed homes. Decades ago, they were generally considered to be poor quality, but as new techniques and better technology have come in, there have been more and more people using timber frame construction for their home.
Here are some of the reasons why more people are turning to timber frames…
Energy Efficiency – As heating the home costs more and more, people are keen to have homes that do not cost as much to keep warm. With a timber frame home, the u-value, which is how energy efficiency is measured in buildings, can be tailored to what you want.
Environmental Benefits – Many building materials are not good for the environment, but as timber is a renewable resource it makes it much better for the environment.
Can be Finished Quickly – Once you have ordered the timber frame kit, it doesn’t take as long to actually build it as most other housing types.