Wood Framing for Commercial Properties
Wood framing for commercial properties has been used for hundreds of years. In fact, many commercial buildings— office buildings, hotels, multifamily housing buildings, etc.—in metropolitan cities and suburban towns across the US are framed in wood.
For our ancestors, wood was the only option for building. And with advancement and innovation in the way it is used, it is still one of the best options today.
Wood framing for commercial properties has come a long way over the years. Pre-treatment of natural wood and the creation of engineered wood products changed the game for contractors. Pre-treated and engineered woods have load capacities (strength) and durability/lifespan equivalent to other building materials—and can be more economical to purchase and install—making wood framing the cost-efficient, smart choice for many commercial properties.
Here are our top three reasons to use wood framing in your commercial construction project:
- With the various types and sizes of lumber readily available today, wood framing can be used for a variety of architectural designs. In addition, wood can be the most cost-efficient choice for framing—it is typically easy to obtain, so last-minute changes can be easily done without a lot of added expense and it is lighter than steel or concrete, making it adaptable and requiring less crew to install. Finally, when the time comes to make changes, a wooden structure is much easier to remodel than a steel- or concrete-framed building.
- Strength and Durability. Wood is very durable, even more so if pre-treated. It stands up to the elements and, if properly pre-treated, is proven to have a lifespan equal to that of steel. In terms of strength, the compressive strength of wood, or its capacity to withstand load, is equal to that of concrete.
- Wood is a sustainable, natural resource, a renewable material. It is an eco friendly, natural option for building which releases less contaminants into the air and water than steel or concrete.
These are just a few of the benefits to using wood for your commercial framing projects. Let us show you how wood framing can work for your commercial property. Contact us to learn more.
