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Author: Edward Allen
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Write the differences between balloon and platform framing, the advantages and disadvantages of each framing, and what is the reason behind why the platform framing is a method of choice.
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Write the differences between balloon and platform framing:
Balloon framing | Platform framing |
A single piece of stud is utilized between the sill and the rafter plate. | In this type of construction, studs are interrupted by the floor platforms. |
Need to add fir-stop | It provides a fire-stop between floors. |
The potential of shrinkage is less. | Shrinkage is uniform. |
It provides less safe work surface. | Storey height panels facilitate transport and site handling. |
The advantages and disadvantages of balloon framing are as follows:
- It has good vertical stability.
- The moisture movement is less due to the absence of cross-grain.
- Studs and joists do not align.
- Cross-grain movement will occur in interval walls.
The advantages and disadvantages of platform framing are as follows:
- Short members are required for the studs.
- Easy and fast to construct.
- It has uniform cross-grain moisture movement throughout the building.
- Only temporary protection can be provided while the erection of walls.
Reasons behind choosing platform framing are as follows:
- The construction of this type of framing is easy and cost effective.
- It provides better resistance against fire.
- This framing automatically stops fire.
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