Flashcards
Timber & metal stud
Cards in this deck (2)
- 1Timber Frame Advantages Lightweight Can be very strong Adaptable Uses readily available material Reasonably quick and easy to erect Services laid in cavityDisadvantages
Good finish requires skilled labour
Not easily relocated
Specific design required for:
Fire, Sound & Thermal - 2Metal Stud Advantages Very lightweight Simple & quick to erect Very adaptable Services laid in cavity Easily adapted to give Thermal, Fire and SoundDisadvantages
May require skilled labour
Non load bearing
Availability of materials
Not easily relocated
Increased weight when using a layered system