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Wood, unlike most processed building materials, is an organic material that can be used in its natural state. Factors that influence its strength are density, natural defects (knots, grain, etc.), and moisture content. Advantages include strength, renewability and beauty. Wood can also be easily shaped or cut to size on the jobsite, or it may be prefabricated in the shop.

Plastics by nature are capable of being molded or shaped into specific forms. The advantages to their use in structural and nonstructural building applications are many. They are...

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Windows may account for a major source of unwanted heat loss or gain in a structure. The purpose of windows is to bring in daylight and allow ventilation. A completely windowless structure would prevent heat loss, but would run up the lighting bill. There is a direct connection between daylight and ventilation and personal health. Daylighting is also a consideration of many codes. Current technology allows for windows to be more energy efficient than in the past.

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Note that in construction documents, not all rough carpentry items are listed or noted. Protective treads, inserts, and rails are examples of necessary but not listed items that the contractor must provide.

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