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What type of framing is best to reduce CO2 emissions in a single family home?

When designing a single family home in Canada, what is the best type of framing to use in order to reduce carbon emissions/ embodied energy/ wasted material? Is traditional stick frame with dimensional lumber better than using engineered studs/joists (LVL or LSL)? Assuming the engineered lumber has greater strength and...

Posted by Rachel Rodd Sept. 28, 2020 Wood and organic materials 1 response