What modern timber construction can offer

Timber displays some outstanding technical properties in the construction sector, is very reliable and is characterised by a long life and lasting value. Timber products are cost-efficient in their procurement and use – though also in their later disposal since they are recyclable. What's more, timber constructions have excellent energy and life cycle assessments. Timber houses also provide a pleasant living climate.

Modern and innovative construction components, elements, and systems of timber have sprung from a centuries-old tradition of timber constructions in Europe and German. Almost all construction applications are possible and fulfill the highest requirements in fields such as air-tighness, moisture and heat protection, soundproofing and fire safety. Special constructions allow a high level of safety, for example in storms or earthquakes. The construction types that have proven themselves over the years in Europe are also suitable for applications in other climatic zones.

Timber constructions can take various forms in both the residential and commercial sector: log construction, panel construction, timber-frame construction, skeleton frame construction, frame construction and special constructions. Since they can be pre-fabricated, their assembly is very fast – normally within a few days.

Even multi-storey buildings pose no problems for a timber construction.