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Sep 18, 2009 wood framing, or light frame construction, is the assembly of dimensional lumber or engineered wood lumber that is regularly spaced and fastened together with nails to create floor, wall and roof assemblies. Multistory woodframe construction by kevin cheung, ph. Canadian woodframe house construction canadian wood frame house construction isbn 10. A ceiling of fibrous tiles that are highly absorbent of sound energy. Ac condenser the outside fan unit of the air conditioning system. Wood is the most common material used within the construction industry today. It will describe the procedures and materials used to build good quality, attractive, and affordable homes. Canadian woodframe house construction canadian wood frame house construction 9780660195353 by cmhc and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. In construction it is light, fast and less expensive than other materials.
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