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  • 01-02-2006 9:49pm
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    mukki
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    about a quarter of the people i tell that i am building a timber frame house ask me "how long do the last"?

    but what would be the best reply?


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    Ginger83
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    You would be best to ask a timber frame company
    www.clarkeltd.com


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    endplate
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    mukki wrote:
    about a quarter of the people i tell that i am building a timber frame house ask me "how long do the last"?

    but what would be the best reply?

    Ask the other 3/4 of the people what they think how long the house will last:D


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    viking
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    From http://www.skyehomes.co.uk/self-build-and-timber-frame-questions-and-answers.html
    How long will a timber framed house last?

    Many timber frame homes are centuries old - some built in the 12th century are still around today! As a minimum requirement, all new timber frame homes must meet the lifespan demanded by banks and building societies for lending pruposes and timber frame far exceeds this.

    I have one and I know it will certainly outlast me, unless I discover the secret to eternal youth...


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    mukki
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    viking wrote:
    From http://www.skyehomes.co.uk/self-build-and-timber-frame-questions-and-answers.html



    I have one and I know it will certainly outlast me, unless I discover the secret to eternal youth...

    perfect answer, thanks viking

    Ask the other 3/4 of the people what they think how long the house will lastbiggrin.gif


    ya great big eegit ya


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    rooferPete
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    Hi,

    I expect that the company quoted are not using the standards used in the 12th century ?

    The construction industry accepted period for the term "Lasts a Lifetime" is officially fifty years.

    Maybe Kadman can tell us what computer design package was being used back in the 12th century ?

    From the differences I have seen in the construction standards I honestly believe the truthful answer is "It depends on how good the supplier is".

    .


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