Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Alternative Building Material

Today there is alternative building material that range from high-tech to timber frame, today's houses are being built with more than wood and brick.  Here are a few to name.

Structural Insulated Panels. It is fiberglass panels that are made from insulated foam that is sandwiched between two layers of structural material. The advantages of this is it will be airtight than a conventionally built home because the insulation is installed in a controlled environment and measured to fit like a glove.

Steel Framing. Its light gauge steel studs instead of lumbar. The advantage of this is it supports heavier loads and provides longer-lasting construction.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). PVC is a hard, durable, synthetic material that is becoming a choice in new construction and remodeling for window frames, shutters, and siding.. The advantages of this is PVC materials last an average of 20 years with little or no maintenance. PVC pipes for water distribution, and sewage have been used for up to 50 years and are still in service.

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