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No. There is no effect on the market value of a property just because it has been constructed using a timber frame. Timber frame is in fact more appealing to many people due to the low running costs of a highly insulated building.

No. The type of cladding you use will largely be dictated by your local authority. The term 'cladding' refers to any material which is fitted to the outside of the building. Cladding can be timber, slate, or even plastic sidings but is more commonly block-work or brickwork, tied to the timber frame with stainless steel wall ties. We can supply and fix a limited range of timber profiles to our frames, please visit our products pages.

Your timber frame comes with a 12 month guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. If there is a fault with your frame within that time, we will carry out suitable repairs free of charge. If a fault arises due to the negligence of other trades or services, we can carry out the necessary repairs but the client will be responsible for the associated costs. An extended ten year guarantee can be issued by the NHBC for an additional charge. They should be consulted before your project begins.

It is a requirement of building regulations that structural elements such as supporting lintels, floor beams and vertical framing members are designed to withstand vertical imposed load from the roof and floor structures above. Wind pressure on the building must also be taken into consideration, to prevent sliding and overturning. Your calculations will be a requirement of building control.