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PRINCIPLES FOR DURABILITY
The ten principles presented here are designed to guide designers and contractors in creating durable, long-lasting timber buildings. By focusing on selecting appropriate materials, identifying high-risk areas, and integrating strategies for maintenance and repair from the outset, these guidelines help ensure that timber structures remain resilient over time. Rooted in current industry standards, best practices, and the collective expertise of professionals with extensive experience in mass timber construction, these guidelines offer practical insights for building durable structures. Offering a framework that can be applied from the early design stages through to the building’s operation, these principles help guide decision-making throughout the project. However, it is essential that the design and construction of timber buildings are overseen by qualified professionals and competent contractors with the necessary expertise. While these principles offer valuable guidance, they should complement, not replace, project- specific risk assessments and moisture management plans tailored to the unique conditions of each project.
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