Mass timber is growing in mid-rise construction. Here is what builders need to understand.
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What it is
Mass timber uses engineered wood panels and beams for structure. It is used in offices, schools and mid-rise housing. Panels arrive prefabricated, which speeds construction.
CLT and glulam
Cross-laminated timber panels and glued laminated beams are the main products.
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Benefits
Faster erection, lighter structure and appeal to sustainable projects.
Codes
Building codes have expanded allowances. Confirm local adoption.
Moisture protection
Protect timber from rain during construction.
Crane and sequencing
Precise lifting plans keep erection fast.
Coordination
MEP penetrations must be planned early.
Costs
Compare total schedule savings, not just material price.
Where to start
Partner with an experienced timber installer on your first project.
An example
A builder used CLT floors on a four-story office and finished structure weeks faster than planned with careful crane sequencing.
Know your numbers
Erection days, crane hours and moisture readings.
Common mistakes
Late MEP coordination, poor moisture protection and underestimating crane planning.
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Frequently asked questions
What is mass timber?
It refers to engineered wood products like cross-laminated timber and glulam used for structural floors, walls and beams in larger buildings.