Why do Americans like to build houses with wood?

Since the founding of the People's Republic of China, the United States has been dominated by wood because of its vast territory and numerous forests. Gradually evolved into a system.

1. He doesn't need a tall building. Ordinary home, the second floor is enough. The structural strength of wood is sufficient.

2. Rich in wood resources.

3. Need simple construction machinery and rapid construction. Save money.

Wooden houses are warmer than reinforced concrete. Cement is a very unstable material.

5. The architectural habits in the past 100 years have made wood have standards to follow from planting trees, cutting down, processing and using. For example, the size of wood used for building houses is 2 inches ×4 inches ×8 inches of factory manufacturing standard; 2 inches x 6 inches x 8 inches ... wait, the carpenter got it, saw it and nailed it. There is no need to plan, control kindness, etc.

6. The provisions on the use of wood in building regulations are complete, and builders and workers have mature knowledge and technology on the use of wood.

7. Various auxiliary building materials and tools have been standardized. And the construction cost is reduced.

8. The design of the house adopts slab wall design, without columns and girders, which makes the room with the same building plane larger than the reinforced concrete room.

9. Decoration is easy. Whether it is water and electricity installation, piping, air conditioning configuration, new installation or decoration, it is easier than reinforced concrete houses. You can do it yourself.