A guide on wood in commercial applications
Structural wood products offer viable and innovative solutions for low-rise commercial buildings. This guide, intended specifically for the Canadian market, is a resource for design and construction professionals looking to use wood in commercial applications.
The guide was the result of more than seventy multi-disciplinary individuals working collaboratively in its development. It includes six design templates for low-rise commercial projects: light-frame wood, heavy timber, mass timber and hybrid construction solutions.
This guide was produced by the Canadian Wood Council and is available for purchase on their webstore (external link).
Topics include
- building enclosure and moisture management considerations
- light-frame wood options
- heavy timber, mass timber, and hybrid construction options
- fire performance in light-frame wood and mass timber structures
- noise control in light-frame wood and mass timber structures
