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Timber frame is the fastest growing method of construction in Ireland simply because it is a tested and proven quality product with strong environmental and overall sustainability credentials. The underlying factors attributing to it strong market penetration include
  • an increased knowledge of the system by designers, specifiers, builders and consumers
  • strong lobbying by the ITFMA
  • vibrant marketing and promotion
  • simply it is a construction system that makes environmental, and financial sense
Advantages of timber frame include:
  • Fast and efficient form of construction
  • Flexibility of layout
  • Reduced dependence on wet trades
  • Superior insulation properties leading to energy savings
  • a variety of exterior finish possibilities
  • Superior thermal and acoustic qualities
  • Environmental excellence
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FREE TRAINING PLACES FOR THE UNEMPLOYED  
DISCOUNTED TRAINING - JULY 2010  
ECO CONSTRUCTION TRAINING INITIATIVE ANNOUNCED  
DESIGN YOUR OWN SPACE  
NEW CEO FOR DEMPSEY TIMBER ENGINEERING  
I.S. 440 - A NEW STANDARD IN SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION  
Ten per cent increase in timber frame homes would have major offset in CO2 emissions  
ITFMA Publication Available  
Events & Training
10-09-2010
Dublin SelfBuild Show  
07-10-2010
Irish Sustainable Building Show  
05-11-2010
Cork SelfBuild Show  

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