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Why wood wows for affordable, beautiful home upgrades
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When it comes time to build or upgrade your home, choosing the best material is critical to the success of any project. Wood is a sustainable option with the potential to elevate a living space—and the well-being of those who occupy it. Additionally, wood can be a game-changer for contractors and DIYers searching for a versatile and budget-friendly material.
Known for tremendous durability, wood can save time and money in renovations. Wood housing is always a draw for new homeowners and renters , and not just because of the allure of wood interiors known for their warm aesthetics. In fact, wood construction provides exceptional acoustics while lumber excels at thermal resistance, with ten times the insulating capacity of concrete or masonry. And as the climate crisis becomes more urgent, many people are seeking more environmentally friendly housing , boosting construction using materials like recycled wood. Wood is among the cheapest construction materials on the market as well as a preferred material for residential structures under six stories.
When construction projects call for light and highly adaptable material , lumber is a great choice. Easy to work with and naturally flexible and versatile, wood is an optimal material for framing, siding, decking, and finishes. It is also very easy to paint or stain.
For simple home upgrades, wood provides architectural sophistication and clean modern beauty. Wood can be used to efficiently expand your living space with a family-friendly deck or patio or to create an outdoor oasis with the addition of a wooden pergola—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and socializing with friends. For exteriors, easily enhance the aesthetic charm of any home by adding wood siding. Inside, you can transform the textural elegance of a room with wood paneling or even a wood ceiling application.
Wood materials are also a smart and sustainable material for our planet’s future. Increasing wood use in residential and commercial structures has the potential to remove an estimated 21 million tons of CO2 from the atmosphere each year, which is the equivalent of taking 4.4 million cars off the road . Products with wood continue to store carbon for as long as they exist, making wood a unique and more climate-friendly choice. A crucial element in the goal of a circular economy, wood is also easily recyclable , creating minimal waste.
You may have also noticed that being around and inside wood structures fosters an inspired and calm state of mind. Biophilic design describes the practice of incorporating elements of nature into modern building construction. One of the easiest ways to utilize this design method is by using wood, which allows us to connect to our essential need to affiliate with nature, even when we are indoors. Unsurprisingly, studies show that humans intuitively enjoy being surrounded by natural wood , allowing them to automatically relax.
When it comes time to build or upgrade a home, choosing
the best materials can make all the difference.
Years of research have allowed us to clearly see how much our surroundings matter to our mental and financial health and prosperity. This, combined with its affordability, versatility, and sustainability make choosing wood products among best options for upgrading your home. Visit Think Wood today and discover how this classic material can affordably and effectively enhance your quality of life.
By StoryStudio on November 10, 2022
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