Structural Insulated Panels SIPs - Timber Frames - Green Building

SIPS and Timber Framing - A Natural Combination

Timberline SIPs are your solution to a safe, comfortable, energy efficient living environment.

Uncompromised Aesthetics

SIPs enclose the exterior perimeter of the building. The beauty of the heavy timber beams, posts, knee braces, purlins, and pegs remains exposed to the interior living spaces.

Cost Efficiency

A timber frame enclosed with SIPs meets tax credit qualifications for energy efficient building.

Lower operating costs as a result of the exceptional thermal performance characteristics of SIPs. Utility costs are typically 40 - 60% lower than a comparably sized home built with conventional framing methods.

Enclosure occurs rapidly, thus reducing labor costs and exposure to the elements.

Environmental Performance

EPS is a recyclable material.

Less “wood fiber” is used in SIP-Timber Frame construction in comparison to conventional methods. The fine woods used for the timber frame will be available for reuse in the built-environment for generations to come. The OSB sheathing is produced from fast-growing and sustainable trees.

Efficient pre-fabrication at the manufacturing level results in better utilization of materials and less on-site construction waste.

The structural timber frame is completely insulated and protected from moisture and condensation.

Comfortable Living

Highly efficient insulation and minimal building envelop air leakage results in a more easily controlled indoor living environment that is cleaner, more comfortable, and quieter than virtually any other building method.

Superior Strength

Highly wind resistant.

Exceptional performance under seismic load conditions.

Testing during the code approval process, and observed performance over time, confirm that SIP-enclosed timber frames are a great deal stronger than required by code.

Faster Construction Cycle

Installation of panels is fast compared to alternative methods.

Interior and exterior construction crews are able to work simultaneously and earlier in the process than usual.

Client Testimonial

"Jim, I couldn't let our recent frame raising go without comment. From the early conception of the plan in 2002, through to the frame erection in Suffolk, England in 2006, VTF were a pleasure to deal with. Tom and Paul clearly love their work, and it is reflected in the enthusiasm of the whole team. Heather was both patient and creative in..."
- Steve & Caroline McClellan