Framing
Platform Framing
The most common framing technique used in residential construction. It involves building each floor as a separate platform and then stacking them on top of one another.
Steel Frame
Steel frames are used for both residential and commercial buildings. Steel's strength allows for open floor plans and tall structures.
Optimum Value Engineering
Also known as "California Corner", this technique reduces material waste and increases energy efficiency by minimizing framing members.
Balloon Framing
An older technique, balloon framing involves long vertical studs that extend from the first floor to the roof.
Post & Beam
This method uses vertical posts to support horizontal beams. It's often used in timber framing and for open, cathedral-style ceilings.
Timber Framing
This traditional method uses heavy timber beams and posts connected with mortise and tenon joints. It's often used in custom and historical buildings.
Light Gauge Steel Framing
Light gauge steel framing uses cold-formed steel members to create the structure. It's commonly used in commercial and residential construction, especially for non-load-bearing walls.
Panelized Framing
Prefabricated wall and floor panels are manufactured off-site and then assembled on the construction site, speeding up the building process.
Structural Insulated Panels
SIPs are pre-fabricated panels that consist of an insulating layer (usually foam) sandwiched between two structural boards. They are often used for walls and roofs in energy-efficient construction.
Light Gauge Steel Framing
Light gauge steel framing uses cold-formed steel members to create the structure. It's commonly used in commercial and residential construction, especially for non-load-bearing walls.
Panelized Framing
Prefabricated wall and floor panels are manufactured off-site and then assembled on the construction site, speeding up the building process.
Structural Insulated Panels
SIPs are pre-fabricated panels that consist of an insulating layer (usually foam) sandwiched between two structural boards. They are often used for walls and roofs in energy-efficient construction.
