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Home Framing - 3 New Trends in 2017
In this video, Matt Rising reveals three trending techniques that are changing the world of traditional framing. Over the last 100 years, not much has changed in framing, but here Risinger reveals three trends that will take us to the next century. We've been framing with wood for a long time, but Risinger says most homes have too much wood in them. Here he talks about advanced framing, making note of energy efficiency.Right sizing the header so that it's insulated, using one stud around the header, going with 24 inch on-center studs instead of 16 in on-center studs. All his tips reduce the amount of wood being used, increasing insulation value and even lowering cost. Another trend, using exterior insulation but in a different spot than you'd typically use it. Dive into the trends that will catapult your framing. Watch the video now. Special thanks to http://mezgerhomes.com

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