Wood is safer than steel!
In times of increasing environmental pollution and climate change, sustainable construction is playing an ever greater role. Timber construction is also increasingly coming into focus. But what makes timber construction so special? In this blog post, we would like to inform you about the advantages of timber construction, focusing in particular on the importance of earthquake safety. This is because timber is clearly ahead in this area compared to conventional construction methods using steel or concrete.
Elasticity means safety.
Wood as a building material offers numerous advantages over other building materials. However, it is particularly relevant with regard to earthquake safety. This is because the stability of houses in the event of earthquakes depends not only on the material used, but also on the type of construction. Structural engineers can plan individual buildings to be earthquake-proof, but it is still an advantage if the material itself already has a certain elasticity. This is where solid timber construction scores over reinforced concrete.
A tall solid timber building can withstand a strong earthquake without damage. In comparison, buildings made of steel or concrete are more susceptible to damage. The reason for this lies in the elasticity of wood. While reinforced concrete tends to be brittle and stiff, wood is more flexible and can therefore absorb the vibrations of an earthquake better.
There are also differences from country to country in terms of the frequency of earthquakes. However, wood can also score points as a building material in moderate earthquakes. This is because it is light and therefore easier to work with. The use of wood as a building material is also recommended in areas where smaller earthquakes occur repeatedly.
Vibrations for the future.
For all these reasons, we recommend timber construction as the building material of the future. Wood has clear advantages over other materials, particularly in terms of earthquake resistance. It is more flexible and therefore better able to absorb vibrations in the event of an earthquake. Wood is also recommended as a building material in areas with moderate earthquakes. However, wood not only scores points in terms of earthquake safety, it also offers many advantages in terms of sustainability, living atmosphere and energy efficiency.
For all these reasons, we recommend timber construction as the building material of the future. Wood has clear advantages over other materials, particularly in terms of earthquake resistance. It is more flexible and therefore better able to absorb vibrations in the event of an earthquake. Wood is also recommended as a building material in areas with moderate earthquakes. However, wood not only scores points in terms of earthquake safety, it also offers many advantages in terms of sustainability, living atmosphere and energy efficiency.
