Various reasons to opt for timber frame homes — May 25, 2009

Timber frame houses have gained lot of popularity and account for a great percentage of the world’s housing stock. The best part of timber frame homes is their durability and elegance. The following are the reasons to opt for a timber frame house.

Timber frame houses are quite versatile and can be installed easily. Timber frame houses can be constructed and designed quite accurately as every element is designed individually. An individual can save a considerable amount of money on design with sites that feature poor ground conditions.

Unlike any other type of homes, timber frame houses are a durable and sturdy form of construction. Today, many mortgage companies provide special mortgage plans especially to self builders who are planning to set up a timber framed house.

Timber frame homes are constructed from wood. Therefore they are organic, renewable and non toxic. It also helps to decrease the carbon footprint of a house as it can be better insulated. Hence, you can save a lot of money on your electricity bills.

Timber frame buildings can be complemented with wood pellet burners, solar heating, underfloor heating and also wind turbines.