Timber Frame Construction Quiz

What is a timber frame house?

• A house with brick walls only

• A house where the main structural support is made of timber

• A house made entirely of logs

• A steel-framed structure with timber cladding

Which part of a timber frame structure provides lateral stability?

• Roof trusses

• Sheathing boards

• Joists

• Wall insulation

True or False: Timber frame houses generally have quicker build times than masonry homes.

What is the most common timber used in UK timber frame construction?

• Oak

• Pine or spruce

• Mahogany

• Cedar

Which of the following best describes ‘platform frame’ construction?

• The entire frame is built off-site as one unit

• Each floor is built as a separate platform before building the next level

• The frame sits on a raised steel platform

• Timber panels are cast into a concrete base

What component forms the base of a timber frame wall and connects it to the foundation?

• Top plate

• Sole plate

• Head binder

• DPC strip

Which layer in a timber frame wall helps prevent moisture from penetrating the frame?

• Vapour control layer (VCL)

• Thermal insulation

• Sheathing board

• Plasterboard

What is the purpose of a breather membrane?

• To stop air entering the building

• To allow moisture to escape while keeping water out

• To act as a fire barrier

• To support external cladding

True or False: In a timber frame wall, insulation is usually placed within the stud cavities.

Which of the following is a key advantage of off-site timber frame manufacturing?

• Higher on-site labour costs

• Less quality control

• Faster and more consistent assembly

• Increased waste