Selection should include consideration of
- design
- codes
- costs
- maintenance requirements
- wood product grade stamps
- span table.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What applicable building codes should be considered before selecting materials?
- How do different types of building materials affect project cost?
- What factors contribute to the cost of materials?
- What are some types of roofing materials?
- What are some methods for insulating a building?
- What maintenance tasks must be considered for framing, roofing, and insulating materials?
- What is the importance of lumber grade stamps and what do they indicate?
- What is the difference between treated and untreated lumber, and when is each used?
- How do span tables influence framing decisions?