Wood Species for House Framing

While you may have already decided that wood framing is going to be the right choice for you, you still need to think about exactly why species of wood are going to be most suitable. Of course, the benefits of using any type of wood framing greatly outweigh those of metal or ICF, but selecting the right kind of wood means that you can benefit all the more. So, you will be pleased to know that our team can offer you various types of wood for your house framing, each of which is of the highest standard. At Wood Framing Longmont, we select the strongest, most resistant, and most long-lasting cuts of wood from premium producers and suppliers. That way, we can promise top-notch results on every task that we do. So, take a look at our various great options and find out which is going to be right for you. 

Balsa Wood

Balsa wood is an incredibly unique kind of wood, with many famous properties. As a framing material, it is highly successful and one of the specialty materials that we recommend to every one of our clients. It is very lightweight while still being much stronger than various types of wood, thanks to the levels of water retention that it has. These things guarantee quality framing and can even offer insulative properties that you just cannot find with other timbers. And, when you decide to make use of our tailored balsa framing kits, you know that each is going to have the maximum effectiveness with your home. 

Pine Wood

If you are looking for something a bit stronger and more widely available, perhaps you would prefer to use traditional pine timber for your house frame. Pine is very abundant and renewable, meaning that this is always a good choice to make for your environmentally conscious household. At the same time, it is very resistant to wear, mold, and water damage, allowing it to maintain its strength for the long-term. 

Oak Wood

While oak is one of the more expensive framing materials available today, there are some benefits that you are only ever going to get from this kind of timber. It is hard to find anything stronger than oak for framing and thanks to its natural ability to season over time, the material only increases its hardness throughout the years. At the same time, it has a unique charm thanks to the gorgeous aesthetics, making it the perfect thing if you plan to have any parts of your framing exposed. 

Cedar Wood

Just as commonly used in construction as pine is cedar. Cedar is always a popular choice for construction, whether it is being used for framing or siding. That is thanks to its unrivaled longevity and resistance to the elements, which allow it to last for many decades without so much as a problem. And, given that it is just as strong and durable as any of the aforementioned types of timber, it should go without saying that cedar wood framing is an option that works for most people.